Mobile coverage maps fall short for regional Australia, expert says
Australians living outside major cities have been over-promised mobile coverage that does not match reality, according to an RMIT telecommunications expert responding to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA)’s mobile coverage map inquiry.
Reconsidering our food habits as climate and waste pressures grow
As climate change, population growth and ecological decline reshape how food is produced and consumed, finding solutions will require more than changing what we eat. RMIT experts say tackling food security, waste, packaging and climate risk depends on rethinking everyday food practices and the multiple systems they are a part of.
Card surcharge reforms welcomed in cash-light economy
The Reserve Bank of Australia will remove surcharges on debit, prepaid and credit cards, with reforms due to be implemented from October this year. An RMIT expert explains why this decision is validated in today’s financial climate.
How dynamic and captive pricing can be structural drivers of Australian inflation
The Australian Consumer Price Index shows recreation and culture rising 4.1 per cent in the 12 months to February 2026, driven by significant increases in domestic travel and digital media services. An RMIT expert explains how a mechanism behind these numbers can be largely invisible in the data.
Will a landmark US social media addiction case trigger platform redesign?
A jury in the United States has found Meta and Google liable in a landmark social media addiction lawsuit. RMIT experts comment on whether this decision will see a change in the way social media companies design their apps to make them less addictive.
Staying informed without overwhelm in a distressing news cycle
With 24/7 news access at our fingertips, the distressing nature of global conflict, political upheaval and a constant barrage of news and traumatising imagery can take its toll. An RMIT expert comments on how we can balance the need to stay informed with what’s best for our mental health.
The ripple effects of Middle East conflict on Australian imports
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is creating ripple effects across global supply chains, particularly impacting fuel supply in Australia. An RMIT expert explains how disruptions to energy, shipping and key inputs are beginning to place pressure on other imported goods and prices.
VPN use rises as Australians respond to online age-verification rules
Australia is seeing a rise in the use of virtual private networks (VPNs), as users look to protect their privacy or bypass new online age-verification requirements. An RMIT expert explains.
