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Thu Mar 19

Social distancing may be worth it, but we need to talk about economic costs

Written by Ross Guest, Professor of Economics and National Senior Teaching Fellow, Griffith University

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Social distancing has been embraced as a key government strategy to manage the COVID-19 crisis.

The policy involves limiting contact between people to reduce viral transmission. It extends from advice to avoid shaking hands and maintain at least 1.5 metres’ distance from others to bans on “non-essential” gatherings of...

Launchd Acquires ICMI in Bold Play to Redefine the Business of Speakers and Influence

Australia’s leading speaker bureau acquired by next-gen talent and technology Company, modernising the brand, corporate and event industry April 2025 - Launchd, the business underpinned by a...

Why Your Dental Business Needs Professional Digital Marketing Services

Running a successful dental practice today requires more than just great patient care. In a digital-first world, your online presence plays a huge role in how potential patients discover, choos...

Brand Storytelling: How Video Marketing Can Enhance Your Brand Identity

In the competitive landscape of 2025, building a strong and recognisable brand identity is crucial for standing out in the marketplace. One of the most effective ways to shape and communicate y...

Future-Proofing Your Business with Strategic Defence Insight

In an era marked by rapid technological change, global uncertainty, and evolving security risks, the need for long-term resilience in business has never been greater. Organisations across indu...

Making Playrooms Pop with Kid-Friendly Round Rugs

The key goal of most parents is to design a fun and functional playroom. The right rug can be a focal point, provide a safe play space, and inject fun into the room. Among the ...

Transforming Your Dining Experience with Modern Dining Tables

The dining room is often considered the heart of the home. It’s where families come together to share meals, friends gather to celebrate, and memories over delicious food and goo...

2 Weeks in Vietnam: Our Family’s Authentic Journey Through Culture, Cuisine & Community

When planning our first big family trip to Vietnam, we knew we didn’t just want to check off tourist sites, we craved a deeper, more authentic experience. That’s why we chose the...

$15m upgrades to critical Western NSW rural airstrips

The Minns Labor Government is boosting connectivity and resilience in Western NSW with up to $15 million funding for runway upgrades and safety improvements to accommodate larger...

Yeehaw! The Tennessee BBQ range arrives at Macca’s

Reign in the hunger with our new range packed full of Aussie ingredients 30 April 2025: Howdy partners! Hope you brought your hunger because McDonald’s is satisfying cravings...

How weight stigma in maternity care harms larger-bodied women and their babies

According to a study from the United States[1], women experience weight stigma in maternity care at almost every visit. We expect this experience to be similar in Australia, ...