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gender differences in time use appear to be narrowing, but slowly

Written by John Hawkins, Senior Lecturer, Canberra School of Politics, Economics and Society, University of Canberra

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The Australian Bureau of Statistics has released its first time-use survey in 15 years. The last time it collected such data, in 2006, Apple was yet to release the iPhone and Facebook was a start-up.

So much has changed, though the differences in time use between men and women have not changed as much as many might like.

The new survey...

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gender differences in time use appear to be narrowing, but slowly

As we begin to assess the fire damage in Victoria, we must not overlook these hidden costs

NZ’s low productivity is often blamed on businesses staying small. That could be a strength in 2026

How do airlines set bag and weight limits? An ex-pilot explains new changes on the way

Is it okay to feel ‘schadenfreude’ at work? Here’s how to navigate this complex emotion

Despite new tariffs on beef, China is far from closing the door on trade with Australia

Inflation cooled more than expected in November. But rate cuts remain unlikely anytime soon

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

Why is Australia helping to block a move to tax multinational corporations properly?

What Does a Building Management Committee Do in Strata?

what we can – and can't – learn from New Zealand

Refunds to Revenue: AI and loyalty perks help retailers in post-holiday hangover

Stop reading from the script: Why authenticity is the customer success secret weapon

From Check-in to Touchdown: How AI and smarter systems are transforming the travel industry

Online Christmas shoppers fund climate and biodiversity projects via HealthPost's Click Sphere for Good initiative

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