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Posted inSomething to Think About
Are machines now appealing?
Students are turning to AI to optimise their grade appeals, matching every rubric point with precision. But as appeals become more technical, what happens to dialogue, trust, and real learning?
Posted inNational, Solutions
GPs asking men about their behaviour in relationships could help reduce domestic violence
Domestic violence is increasing in Australia. A new report shows one in three men have ever made a partner feel frightened or anxious. One in 11 have used physical violence when angry. And one in 50 have used sexual violence against their partner.
Posted inOpinion, Solutions
Extremely Dangerous Development Approval
Norman Dezius says the lack of footpaths and crossings on Moore Creek Road forces children to walk through knee-high grass near traffic and snakes, calling it a ticking time bomb and urging urgent council action.
Posted inNational, Something to Think About
Half-truths and lies: an online day in Australia
Australians are swamped by misinformation every day but they’re smart enough to know they need help to better navigate an untrustworthy online world.
Posted inNational, Something to Think About
Actually, Gen Z stand to be the biggest winners from the new $3 million super tax
As debate rages about the federal government’s plan to lift the tax on earnings on superannuation balances over A$3 million, it’s worth revisiting why we offer super tax breaks in the first place, and why they need to be reformed.
Posted inOpinion, Solutions
We will keep backing more homes for NSW
Disappointed Rosehill housing plan was rejected, but no regrets backing bold ideas.
Posted inOpinion, Solutions
Great Northern railway
Bitumen roads weren’t built for heavy freight. Rail lasts longer, costs less and emits less. Reopening lines like Armidale to Wallangarra is not a luxury, it is a necessity.
Posted inEditorial, Something to Think About
How can we think outside the box to help our coastal neighbours?
Can we think about a bigger community transition to empower people to relocate to higher ground in a way where everyone wins?
Posted inSolutions
Please, please! Let’s avoid the calculator analogy now
I recently completed my PhD and now lead AI literacy at ECU. AI is not just another tool; it’s more like a knife than a calculator. Educators need better metaphors, caution, and real support.