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CDU Bus Service helps students get to class safe and sound

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The wheels on the bus will continue to go ‘round and ‘round as Charles Darwin University (CDU) expands its intercampus transport services. A new bus with 28 seats and driven by a contracted security officer will make getting to class simpler and safer for more students. CDU Student Council Vice-President Gilbert Tanoto said the bus … Continued

YOUTH PARLIAMENT 2025: A GENERATION READY TO LEAD

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While most Australians were preparing for the federal election, a different kind of political energy was building at Camp Yarramundi, where 93 young people from across NSW gathered for the Y NSW’s 2025 Youth Parliament Training Camp. Representing 74 electorates, this year’s cohort is rewriting what leadership can look like. With 10 participants identifying as … Continued

Wollongong legal legend inspires next generation of lawyers

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Friday, 2 May 2025 Wollongong legal legend inspires next generation of lawyers   The Illawarra’s longest serving solicitor has revealed his secrets for enduring success before a gathering of the region’s high school students exploring the many possibilities of a legal career. President of the Law Society of NSW Jennifer Ball has paid tribute to … Continued

Emma Hawkins Saddles Up for Tour d’Horse 2025

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The KIDS Foundation is thrilled to announce Emma Hawkins as an ambassador for Tour d’Horse 2025, the charity’s major fundraising event supporting children and families impacted by injury and trauma. Emma, a successful businesswoman and media personality, grew up riding horses in Deniliquin, NSW. With her strong rural roots and commitment to making a positive … Continued

WHISE secures La Trobe funding for new program that helps parents navigate teen consent and sexuality conversations

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Women’s Health in the South East (WHISE) has been successful in securing funding through La Trobe University’s Partners in Prevention of Sexual Violence Project — a national initiative focused on strengthening the evidence base for what works to prevent sexual violence in Australia. The funding will support the pilot and evaluation of a new program, … Continued

Coalition costings reveal cuts to cost-of-living relief for students

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A Dutton-Coalition government would trap students in placement poverty by scrapping a vital cost-of-living payment before it even begins.   From July 2025, the Albanese Government’s ‘Prac Payment’ is set to provide eligible students studying social work, teaching, nursing and midwifery nearly $332 per week to support with cost of living during their mandatory placements. … Continued

Homelessness sector unites to demand urgent action on youth homelessness

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Homelessness sector unites to demand urgent action on youth homelessness    Experts at the forefront of the homelessness crisis in Victoria are coming together to demand a new plan to end youth homelessness in the state.    Homelessness practitioners and young people with lived experience of homelessness are gathering at the landmark Victorian Youth Homelessness … Continued