The hidden cost of owning a small business
A new report by BizCover shows one in three Australian small business owners have never taken a full week off work, with many pushing through illness, missing family milestones, and experiencing severe operational strain. An RMIT expert explains why extreme overwork is a structural warning sign that a business is overly reliant on its owner.
How to spot an AI-generated holiday listing before you book
AI is increasingly being used to create and manipulate images, making it harder to tell what’s real online. An RMIT expert explains how AI-involved holiday listings are becoming more convincing, and what travellers should look for before booking.
Plug-in solar could help renters cut power bills – if Australia’s rules catch up
Australia’s rooftop solar boom has helped many homeowners cut their electricity bills, but renters and apartment dwellers are still being left behind. An RMIT expert says plug-in solar panels and batteries could help more households access cheaper, cleaner energy, provided Australia gets the right rules, safety standards and consumer protections in place.
Should speed limits be increased along the Princes Freeway?
The Victorian Coalition has announced a new pledge to increase speed limits along the Princes freeway and highway, if elected in November. Under the proposal, speed limits on a major stretch between Colac and Melbourne would be increased from 100 km/h to 110 km/h. An RMIT expert weighs in on the proposed changes.
