While Darwin’s Theory of Evolution is a (1) young archetype, the evolutionary worldview itself is as old as antiquity. Ancient Greek philosophers such as Anaximander postulated the development of life from non-life and the (2)  descent of man from animal. Charles Darwin simply brought something new to the old philosophy – a plausible mechanism called “natural selection.” Natural selection acts to preserve and (3) minor advantageous genetic mutations. Suppose a member of a species developed a functional advantage (it grew wings and learned to fly). Its (4)  would inherit that advantage and pass it on to their offspring. The inferior (disadvantaged) members of the same species would gradually die out, leaving only the superior (advantaged) members of the species. Natural selection is the preservation of a functional advantage that enables a species to compete better in the wild. Natural selection is the naturalistic equivalent to domestic (5). Over the centuries, human breeders have produced dramatic changes in domestic animal populations by selecting individuals to breed. Breeders eliminate 6 undesirabletraits gradually over time. Similarly, natural selection eliminates inferior species gradually over time.

It’s funny how Theory of Machines seems to be all over the place, yet the music itself (1) very homogeneous and the artistic direction is as (2) can be. On this album, it sounds like Ben Frost is drawing from tons of influences, which means that each listener will hear in it different things related to their own musical (3) The title track opens in post-rock style, down to the impending climax six minutes in. Yet, Theory of Machines is not a post-rock album. You might also hear death metal threads laced throughout the five cuts, and ambient stylings, Sonic Youth-esque guitar textures, a Björk-like fragility in the arrangements, an occasional surge of rhythm akin to late-vintage King Crimson, a level of intensity (4) of Swans, and so on. Frost does make an explicit reference to Swans’ Michael Gira in the track title “We Love You Michael Gira,” but the tribute is more subtle than what you might expect. The music in this track (as everywhere else on the album) is not that close to Swans’ output, but it does share a (5) spirit, a certain understanding of the power of music.

It was nice while it lasted, but the balmy June (1) is about to be washed away by a wintry long weekend, with rain tipped for Saturday and Monday. After three days of glorious sunshine (2)  day time maximums of 21C or above, an approaching cold front – and another one on Sunday – is set to remind people in the south of the state that it really is winter. The southern half of the state had an early taste of it last month with (3) cold fronts which lashed the state, bringing  (4) winds up to 111 km/h and rainfall in excess of 100 mm to parts of the South West. And in the north of the state a trough and subsequent rain band will bring showers to western parts of the Pilbara from Friday onwards.

REIQ Gold Coast zone chairman John Newlands said some southern suburbs were shaking off a poor reputation and (1) gentrification as wealthier residents moved in and displaced people from lower-income groups. “I think suburbs such as Miami have become (2) with people who previously would not have gone there,” he said. “They have come into their own with new restaurants and markets (3) , which has also made them more attractive.” Developers have (4)  on to the trend as well, with Sunland launching a $62 million development, Magnoli Residences, in Palm Beach.

Geelong’s Gordon Institute will undergo a $10 million upgrade, to  (1)  building of a new technical school. Training and Skills Minister Steve Herbert (2) on Friday the State Government would contribute $5 million and the Gordon $5 million for work which would signal a new era for the institution. Work will include presenting a new facade to Latrobe Terrace, as well as (3) of laboratories and equipment.The institute’s library will shift to the new tech school. “This major redevelopment for the Gordon means students of all ages will have access to cutting-edge  (4)  and equipment, giving them the skills they need for the jobs they want,” Mr Herbert said.

The budget for Queensland’s bikie gang fighters has been (1) by a third as the State Government refuses to guarantee more resources. Opposition Leader Tim Nicholls last night said the (2) to Taskforce Maxima and the planned watering down of the VLAD laws meant Labor was sending officers on the street with “their hands tied behind their backs”. The Bulletin had been told Maxima staff were concerned about transfers from the Coast and figures from the Opposition (3)  their fears. Maxima’s fulltime equivalent staff count dropped from 104 in 2014-15 to 95 in 2015-16. Police Minister Bill Byrne would only say the FTE count for 2016-17 and 2017-18 would be subject to “operational requirements” and “the (4) assessment of the threats, risk and harm posed” by bikies.

A new Scitech is likely to be built in the Perth Cultural Centre in Northbridge, according to Premier Colin Barnett. The Premier confirmed the State Government was (1) at a new site for Scitech in the Perth Cultural Centre during budget estimate hearings on Tuesday. Mr Barnett said the science and (2) centre would likely be built near the new state museum sometime in the “early 2020s”. Scitech’s current lease at its West Perth location will expire in 2021. In the lead up to the 2013 state election, the Liberal Party (3) plans to relocate Scitech to Burswood to be the part of a new entertainment precinct alongside the Perth Stadium. Hose plans were scrapped in 2014.

If the words “home brew” traditionally filled drinkers of a certain age with trepidation, then Sydney’s craft beer (1)  has turned that on its head. Forget the stereotype of vinegary pale ales and exploding bottles. Thanks to an unofficial (2) network that has sprung up around the burgeoning numbers of microbreweries, today’s (3) skilled home brewers are getting the chance to test their wares on an appreciative public — and in some cases become tomorrow’s professionals.Given the chance to shine by regular home-brew  (4) and festivals, increasing numbers are taking the opportunity to fly solo, rather than wait for a job at an established brewery. From Willie the Boatman in Tempe to the Badlands Brewery out at Orange, much of the“apprenticeships” involved were served concocting beers in sheds and basements.

Avoiding exercise could be bad for our mental health too, pushing us into the pit of depression and causing (1)  at work. Management experts have discovered that employees who (2) in physical activity are less likely to experience a  (3) of their mental health, including (4)  of burnout and depression.

The humble brick home, the cornerstone of Australian dwellings since the early 1800s, has been through many (1) in the past 200 years. From pre-Victorian homes, to post-war homes all the way to the new Australian dream: a three-bedroom brick home on a fair chunk of land. Here are three houses from around the region that exemplify the (2) of the brick home (3)  to the 1850s, 270 Latrobe Tce, Newtown doesn’t look much like it did when it was first built, with white paint covering the facade, giving it a Hamptons feel. Inside, the four-bedroom home is full of period charm, with (4) wood trimmings, a wrought iron balcony at the rear of the home, and an exposed beam ceiling in the upstairs bedroom. Set on one of Newtown’s most affluent streets, the kitchen is (5) with high-end appliances and looks out over the backyard and entertaining area. The lifestyle doesn’t come cheap though, with the expected price range of $745,000 to $815,000.