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19 September 2019 - Australia's Welfare Report for 2019
The latest Australian Institute of Health
and Welfare report has just been released, with lots of positive news spread
among some very worrying statistics. The 2019 edition of this report is the
14th iteration, as the government attempts to gain insight into our work life,
home life, education and income among other key issues. This report goes well
beyond the scope of welfare payments and support services, as it looks into
numerous factors that are likely to affect our collective wellbeing.
18 September 2019 - Trade War Intensifies
The trade war between the United States and
China is not limited to two nations, with global markets continuing to feel the
pressure. As a chief political ally of the US and major exporter to China,
Australia is somewhat caught in the middle. The trade war recently intensified
with the addition of new tariffs, with the escalation sending shock waves
across the world. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has noted multiple
"longer-term downside risks" to the Australian economy, with
preparation measures needed to reduce the impact.
18 September 2019 - Buyers back in the Market
Property prices in key markets continue to
rise, with an increasing number of buyers taking out mortgages in case growth
rates gain momentum. While national prices are still down according to the
latest ABS data, the tide is starting to turn in Sydney and Melbourne.
CoreLogic has recorded price gains in Australia's two biggest markets over the
last three months, which may be a sign of better things to come nationwide.
Despite improving conditions, buyers are being affected by a lack of housing
stock as property listings remain stagnant.
12 September 2019 - Looking after your Joints with Exercise
Everyone knows about the positive impacts
of exercise, with cardio and strength routines able to improve your health and
upgrade your quality of life. Getting regular exercise is not always easy,
however, with lifestyle constraints and existing physical problems often
getting in the way. It's important to work through these problems, however,
with arthritis, painful joints and stiffness responding well to the right
exercises.
5 September 2019 - Turning Carbon Dioxide Into Fuel
In order to deal with climate change,
corporate greed and political inertia, a multitude of new energy solutions are
required. While renewable solar and wind power is an important piece of the
puzzle, scientists are also developing clever ways to capture existing carbon
dioxide from the atmosphere and turn it into usable fuel. This transformative
process almost sounds too good to be true, with “direct air capture” technology
able to clean up the environment and produce eco-friendly liquid fuel at the
same time.
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