Category - Opinion and Commentary

Judging between meritocracy and quotas

Examples from the legal profession demonstrate why enforced quotas to increase female participation in politics and business are unwarranted, argues Morry Bailes. https://indaily.com.au/opinion/2021/04/01/judging-between-meritocracy-and-quotas/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=INDAILY%20April%201%202021&utm_content=INDAILY%20April%201%202021+CID_cb01bfc749b431ee9de5d25ac8ef8fee&utm_source=EDM&utm_term=READ%20MORE The...

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Common weed killer’s cancer link puts nation on notice

‘Round Up’ was hailed as a groundbreaking weedkiller – safe for use on farms and in your backyard – when it was launched four decades ago. The product spread in popularity across the globe, but now, following a landmark US court decision, there are fears this common weedkiller could cause cancer, and suggestions the...

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Time to ease the impact of divorce: TGB welcomes Family Law Act review

Tindall Gask Bentley Lawyers welcomes the review of Australia’s family law system in the hope it will ease the pressure on families going through separation. The review, announced this morning by federal Attorney-General George Brandis, promises to focus on how the Family Law Act can better serve the changing needs and diversity...

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