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Monash University outlines vision to influence future of the Indo-Pacific with Monash India Plan

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Monash University will strengthen ties with top Indian corporations and key Indian government ministries to support new education opportunities for Indian and Australian students, build joint research projects, and enhance innovation. The launch of the Monash India Plan was announced today by Monash University Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Sharon Pickering, and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (International) and … Continued

VOICES FOR PEACE UNITE AT WOMEN’S SYMPOSIUM IN CANBERRA

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The Women’s Auxiliary of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community (ACT Chapter) will hold its annual peace symposium, Voices for Peace: Empowering Women to Shape Society, at 11:00 AM on Sunday, 3 November 2024, at the Flynn Community Hub in Canberra. The symposium will highlight the crucial role of women in fostering peace and societal harmony, especially … Continued

Women’s Workspace Pain Epidemic: WMSDs & Australian Women

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Women’s Workspace Pain Epidemic: WMSDs & Australian Women WORKSPACE WEEK 21–27 OCTOBER 2024 – Work Well Everywhere WorkSpace Health is EveryBODY’s Business Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs) and injuries are the leading workplace injury impacting Australian women according to Safe Work Australia, supporting the need for National WorkSpace Week. With the increase in musculoskeletal cases projected to … Continued

First Nations Introduction to University program supporting regional cohorts for the first time

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Aspiring First Nations educators in regional areas can now access Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Introduction to University Program, with the successful course offered for the first time in Katherine and Alice Springs.  CDU has begun to expand the Pre-Education program to its regional campuses due to the growing demand for educators and First Nations educators across the … Continued

‘Devastating’: UniSQ job losses impact wider community

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Job cuts at the University of Southern Queensland will hurt regional communities and increase stress among already anxious staff, the National Tertiary Education Union has warned.   UniSQ are refusing to detail exactly how many jobs will be cut in the latest redundancy round to hit the sector.   Based on union members’ information, 60 … Continued

Focusing on subsidies alone could exacerbate childcare problems: new research

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New research by Mandala and The Front Project indicates that if the government focuses its childcare reforms solely on increased subsidies it is likely to continue problematic trends already affecting cost and quality. The research finds that access to not-for-profit childcare providers – who, on average, have been found to provide higher quality care with lower fees – … Continued

Adapting GenAI for the next generation of learning

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A new study by Monash University learning analytics researchers presents key considerations for generative AI (GenAI) educational tools so they are carefully developed to support, rather than replace, human learning.   Published today in Nature Human Behaviour, the paper outlined essential factors for researchers, policymakers and technology companies to consider while adapting GenAI to support … Continued

Target Australia unveils new bespoke design for its Deadly Stores across Australia

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The design is the latest step in Target’s journey towards reconciliation and their commitment to celebrating First Nation culture Tuesday 22 October 2024 – Reflecting Target’s ongoing commitment to First Nations community engagement, Target Australia have today unveiled a new First Nations design that will be on display throughout their Deadly* Store Network, as the … Continued

Parents can learn mindfulness to reduce family stress and create stronger relationships

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Mindfulness is an evidence-based practice that can help people to become calmer, more focused and better manage stress in their lives.  Now, parents can learn mindfulness techniques to help them form stronger connections with their children and create calmer, happier and more balanced homes. Parenting and caregiving can be challenging in today’s fast-paced world, as parents … Continued