News: Societal wellbeing
The secret to powerful storytelling
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Have you ever wondered why some stories draw people into another world or even affect their lives? What are the key elements a story needs to grab a reader’s attention, engage them with the subject, evoke emotions and prompt a change in their behaviour?
Professorial Lecture Series: Professor Jodie Conduit
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Engaging for Social Good: Using the principles of customer engagement to improve individual and societal well-being.
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Abuse of Powers of Attorney under the spotlight
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In the face of increasing concerns about the abuse of Powers of Attorney, legal experts are asking for submissions as part of their review of existing South Australian law.
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A return to the wild for better immune health
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Revegetating green spaces within cities can improve soil quality and has been linked to human health benefits.
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The many faces of social housing in Australia
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Social housing has been home to many Australians over its 80+ year history.
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How to flatten the curve of coronavirus, a mathematician explains
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Slowing the spread of the coronavirus is of utmost importance for Australians, with the Federal government continuing to provide new updates about hygiene and social distancing requirements to ease the stress on hospital beds.
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Professorial Lecture Series: Professor Alex Brown
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Overcoming health Inequalities experienced by Aboriginal Australians: Is there light at the end of the tunnel?
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Newstart debate must focus on people, not politics
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Economics researchers at the University of Adelaide are urging politicians to address the issue of the Newstart Allowance with maturity and consider increasing it by as much as $120 per week.
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Emergency communication in a digital world
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Enhancing information flows and strengthening communication systems for use during emergencies can save lives, according to researchers at the University of Adelaide.
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5,800 defence veterans homeless in Australia – that’s more than we thought
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About 5.6% of Australian defence veterans could end up homeless.
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