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Torrens University appoints Michael Thawley AO as Chancellor Michael Thawley AO has been appointed as the third Chancellor of Torrens University After more than three years in the role, Mr Jim Varghese AM is stepping down as Torrens University’s second Chancellor. “On behalf of the Governing Board of Torrens University, I would like to extend … Continued
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As students ready themselves for the first semester of 2025, Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) new student council is also preparing to become a voice for the 22,000-strong cohort. The 15 leaders will be responsible for promoting and advancing student rights, interests and welfare at CDU throughout the year. President Shishtata Bhandari said she wanted to … Continued
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The new Trades Innovation Centre has officially opened at RMIT University’s Bundoora East campus, helping to create job-ready graduates for worksites across Victoria. RMIT invested $20 million to establish the centre, which features purpose-built skills bays and state-of-the-art equipment, including virtual welders and excavators. Onsite training will simulate the multidisciplinary nature and timeframes of real construction projects, with … Continued
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Two students from Berry Street School are celebrating after successfully obtaining their driver’s licences with the support of RACV Drive School, a significant milestone which will enable them to access opportunities such as education and employment. Lachlan from Berry Street’s Ballarat campus and Justin from the Narre Warren campus are both proud probationary license holders … Continued
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Charles Darwin University (CDU) graduates considering further study could be eligible for a discount on tuition fees, thanks to a new CDU initiative promoting lifelong learning opportunities. From Semester 1 2025, CDU alumni who meet the criteria and enrol in an eligible postgraduate qualification can receive a 10 per cent fee reduction on courses. To … Continued
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Three Bundaberg women have recently earned a Certificate III in Individual Support qualification through STEPS’ training course, becoming the first family in the region to complete a STEPS program together. Tara Turner, along with her daughter Nataya Turner and niece Kira Caterer, enrolled in the 26-week course to motivate each other and pursue new career opportunities … Continued
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Victoria’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector is set to take a leading role in fostering respect, equality, and safe learning environments as part of the 2025 Respect and Equality Campaign. This initiative builds on the success of the 2024 Respect and Equality in TAFE Campaign, expanding its reach to all Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) … Continued
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MEDIA RELEASE Monday, 17 February 2025 Be curious, drive change with a 2026 Nuffield scholarship Nuffield Australia has today opened applications for its 2026 scholarships, calling on the next crop of Australian agriculturalists to be curious, drive change and help their industry thrive. Farmers and those working in the agriculture industry are encouraged to seize … Continued
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14 February 2025 The union representing teachers and support staff in non-government schools welcomes the crackdown on fraudulent compensation claims for historical sexual abuse. Several people have been charged over an alleged scheme to make fraudulent compensation claims against the NSW Department of Education and the NSW Department of Communities and Justice for historical child … Continued
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12 February 2025 The union for early childhood teachers backs the campaign by activist shareholders to pressure G8 Education into funding paid parental leave for staff. G8 is the country’s largest sharemarket-listed childcare provider. It employs about 10,000 people – mainly women – at more than 400 childcare centres throughout Australia. Yet it is in a … Continued
