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The government is now operating in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.

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Defining words: harder than it sounds

There are some common problems with defining words, and some tools and strategies to solve them.

29 April 2021
Capital letters: less is more

While it might be tempting to use capital letters for emphasis or to show respect, there are clear rules around when they can be used and when they should be avoided.

4 March 2021

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