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Researchers have come up with a statistical model to fight online abuse targeting women.
Greens reveal seat-based decisions
A new Morrison Government ‘sports rort’ has emerged, this time in the extremely wonky distribution of a $45 million fund.
Misconduct catches up to ex-VC
A former vice-chancellor of several major universities has been found to have committed serious sexual misconduct ...
Sydney Uni plots green path
The University of Sydney has announced a new commitment to a pathway of net zero emissions.
Feds seek foreign veto
The Federal Government wants control over agreements made by states, councils and universities.
Rio scolds itself
Three Rio Tinto executives have been stripped of bonuses over the destruction of the Juukan Gorge rock shelters.
Sea reveals star gas
Scientists have found evidence of ancient star explosions in deep-sea sediments.
Experts slam 'racialised' health
Experts say ‘Closing the Gap’ measures have failed to address racism in Australia's healthcare system.
Google fights news fees
Google says the Federal Government is forcing Australian to accept “dramatically worse” services.
Education eases older gap
Experts say school-based dementia education could deliver much needed empathy and understanding ...
KPMG estimates long COVID loss
Experts estimate that Australia’s population decline due to COVID-19 could cost the economy $117 billion a year.
BHP deal puts eyes on Ningaloo
A new $7 million partnership between CSIRO and BHP will study Ningaloo Reef, Australia’s largest fringing coral reef.
Quantum laws could upend assumptions
Queensland quantum physicists have come upon a new paradox that challenges some long-held beliefs about nature.
Tech tools used for water knowledge
Authorities are using technology such as gamification, virtual reality and artificial intelligence to help teach people about water management.
Uni grift list grows
Investigations have revealed that at least 10 universities are involved in an underpayment scandal.
Unis call for protection
Universities say the number of student places needs to grow even faster than planned, and fee hikes will not help.
Child stroke rehab improved
Experts have produced the first clinical guidelines in Australia to improve the rehabilitation of children who have a stroke.
TAFE value tallied
New research has found that the TAFE system supports $92.5 billion in annual economic benefits.
Tehan calls for HECS cut-off
The Federal Government wants to cut off student loans for those who fail more than half of their subjects.
ICAC issues noted in MP case
South Australian MP Troy Bell will face trial for allegedly misappropriating $2 million of public funds.