Social understanding

As the pandemic rolls on, attention is also now turning to the impact of COVID-19 on population size, structure and distribution.

While the government is reportedly considering a revamp of both the JobSeeker and JobKeeper payments, these UQ researchers believe a much broader rethink is needed of the way we provide income support to people without a market income.

As the world continues to grapple with the magnitude of the COVID-19 outbreak, Contact takes a look at how much the coronavirus has affected Australia’s healthcare system, and whether the country is prepared if a second outbreak occurs.

Examining where the world went right or wrong in its COVID-19 response may help mitigate another global crisis, climate change.

National Reconciliation Week is a time of reflection, talking and sharing of histories, cultures and achievements. It is a time to think about our relationships as Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.

This article offers four strategies for rebuilding social connectivity and emotional well-being in our cities, once COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.

As the coronavirus outbreak forces the closure of museums, art galleries, libraries and theatres around the word, the concept of “on demand culture” is gaining momentum.

Lockdowns work. That’s the evidence from many different countries now, including Australia. But when can Australia start relaxing controls?

With much of society now effectively in lockdown, how will you know when it’s safe to resume something like normality?