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Anonymisation Unveils a New Frontier for Equity and Diversity in Australian Research Facilities

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A multi-year study led by the office of Australia’s Women in STEM Ambassador investigated the impact of anonymisation (removing identifying names and other information) on applications for access to research facilities in Australia. The results provide crucial insights that have the potential to reshape the landscape of equity and diversity in the research sector.   … Continued

Nikki Webster celebrates 16 years of teaching Australian kids

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Nikki Webster is a name synonymous with performing arts and this year Nikki is celebrating 16 years of operating her very own studios, celebrating with a free open week on 29 January 2024. Since 2008, Nikki and her brother Scott have been teaching children from as young as two to dance, sing and perform at … Continued

Australian Catholic University admits to $3.6 million wage theft

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Australian Catholic University has admitted to underpaying 1100 staff $3.6 million in the latest case of higher education wage theft. ACU has committed to full backpay with interest as soon as possible over the underpayments, which happened between 2016 and 2023. More than 101,730 university staff have now suffered $170.3 million in wage theft nationwide … Continued

New paper suggests how universities can regain control of education from AI

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Universities around the world can preserve academic integrity from the threat of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by resisting corporate pressure and prioritising ethics, according to a new paper with Charles Darwin University (CDU).  The study by CDU and Babeş-Bolyai University in Romania explores how universities around the world can adopt and adapt to the ever-increasing popularity … Continued

Muslims Unite to Pray for Australia on January 26th

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“Muslims unite to pray for Australia”.   This Australia Day, Muslims are gathering at their mosque to pray for the solidarity, unity, and peace for the Australian community. From thanksgiving speeches to recognizing excellence in education and charitable work, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community is showcasing how Australia Day should be celebrated. (Program Attached) Media Contacts: … Continued

Health program attracts students from across the NT

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First Nations students from across the Northern Territory are gathering in Darwin this week to explore opportunities to study health in the second year of a successful new Charles Darwin University (CDU) program.  CDU’s First Nations Introduction to University – Health program begins this week, welcoming students to the Casuarina campus from around Darwin, Milikapiti, Gapyuwiak, Ramingining, … Continued

Australia Needs A New International Education Strategy

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  Australia needs a new strategy for international education, given shifts in geopolitical relations, technological advancements, and changing student preferences influence how international education is delivered and consumed.  That’s the advice to the Australian Government from the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak body representing independent providers in the skills training, higher education … Continued