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Understanding your pain and why you shouldn't put off death admin
October 6, 2026 · 53 minAround the world, the leading cause of disability isn't infection, road injury or stroke — it's pain. A landmark study of 6 million participants has found people experience heightened pain around age 55, peaking at about 75. And while the…
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Do offset accounts really save you money and the secret politics of time
October 5, 2026 · 54 minMore than half of Australian households with a mortgage have an offset account attached. It's meant to make your extra savings work for you by reducing the interest you pay on your home loan. But not everyone appears to be reaping the…
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Life after losing a limb and what is a good salary in 2026?
October 4, 2026 · 55 minThere are over 160,000 amputees living in Australia and each one has their own story of loss and having to rebuild their life. James O'Brien's life changed rapidly after going on an idyllic beach holiday. He's documented his experience in…
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How to navigate a mismatch in sexual satisfaction and reconnecting with a high school flame
October 1, 2026 · 53 minSex positivity has never been more talked about, but that doesn't mean the bedroom has caught up. And the stresses of everyday life can make a big impact, from resentment over the mental load to the daily grind of parenting. So what…
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How families are gearing up for Thriving Kids and the bright side of getting older
September 30, 2026 · 54 minThe federal government's new Thriving Kids program officially starts today, designed to shift children with mild-to-moderate autism off the NDIS. Researcher Adam Guastella and Autism Awareness Australia CEO Nicole Rogerson explain what…
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Protecting yourself from financial dread how to spot burnout
September 29, 2026 · 54 minThe RBA has raised interest rates to a 15-year high, and with wages still trailing inflation, cost-of-living pressures are mounting. So if you are struggling, what are the practical things you can do to feel some sense of stability?…
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How safe are AI scribes at the doctor's office and why our kids are lonelier than ever
September 28, 2026 · 54 minLast week's OpenAI hack of a Medicare website sent shockwaves through the community. While authorities have confirmed no personal information was compromised, it raises questions about the role of AI in dealing with sensitive medical…
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Why DINKs are in the happiest relationships and how technology is stealing our everyday speech
September 27, 2026 · 54 minAccording to the latest HILDA survey, most Australians are pretty satisfied with their relationships. The data suggests couples without kids are among the happiest. Psychologist Stephen Andrew and sociologist Leah Ruppanner discuss the…