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International conference brings Darwin to Greece and the world

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The anglicisation of family names in Greek migrants, understanding interactions between Greeks and Indigenous Australians, using AI to teach Modern Greek, and more will be discussed at an international conference beginning in Darwin this week.  The 4th International Conference on the Hellenic Diaspora begins in-person and online on May 31 at Charles Darwin University’s Casuarina … Continued

Queensland Government Skills Strategy Right For Townsville

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  The Queensland Government’s new skills strategy will help address skills shortages across the Townsville region according to the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak body representing independent skills training, higher education, and international education providers. At a key meeting of skills training sector stakeholders in Townsville yesterday (23 May 2024) the ITECA … Continued

Why isn’t civics education working?: Electoral matters committee begins hearings

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The Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters will hold the first public hearing for its inquiry into civics education, engagement, and participation in Australia on Thursday 23 May 2024. Committee Chair, Ms Kate Thwaites MP, said ‘it’s concerning that many young Australians don’t have the grounding in civics to set them up to be confident participants in our democracy. ‘Data from the … Continued

New La Trobe Indigenous research centre launches

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Media Release Embargoed to 6pm, Wednesday, May 22 La Trobe University today launched an Indigenous Research Centre to create and flourish Indigenous community research and provide a safe space for First Nations researchers.    The centre is known by the Indigenous name Gabra Biik, Wurruwila Wutja* – meaning Clever Country, Clever People – with words … Continued

Media Alert: National Reconciliation Week — Carla Rogers Available for Interviews on Non-Indigenous Allyship and Sharing the Cultural Load

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Evolve Communities builds understanding and collaboration between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. Co-founded by Carla and Aunty Munya Andrews, Evolve aims to create a kinder, more inclusive society through education and engagement. Evolve provides cultural awareness training that isn’t just about ticking boxes. They’re committed to making real connections—helping people and organisations learn about and deeply … Continued

Uni exam and study stress – expert from ReachOut available for comment

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With university exams around the corner, many students across the country may be currently experiencing unhealthy levels of exam and study stress.    Linda Williams, Clinical Lead at youth mental health service, ReachOut, is available for interview about:  what contributes to uni exam stress, including the cost of living  the mental health impacts of study … Continued

New research shows migrant and refugee children are being left behind due to gaps in access to early childhood education

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EMBARGO: 12:00am (AEST), Tuesday, May 21. New research launching Tuesday, May 21 reveals that multicultural children in Australia are missing out on early childhood education and early intervention programs resulting in them being more likely to be developmentally vulnerable when starting school, with impacts on their school learning and repercussions in later life.  Conducted jointly … Continued

** Media alert** Quantum computing camp in Dubbo

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A THREE-DAY QUANTUM BOOTCAMP will bring together 51 high school students with scientists and engineers from the frontiers of quantum research.  The Quantum Tech Camp will involve live online lessons as well as demonstrations of quantum computing in action.  Twenty-one students will attend in person at the Central West Leadership Academy in Dubbo, where classes are based, and another … Continued