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Call for reform of ‘outdated’ school and teaching systems

A new book calls for an urgent transformation of the education system including new success metrics and fresh approaches to teaching. The book, The Teaching Improvement

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Smart irrigation helps cane farmers and the Reef

The Great Barrier Reef and Queensland sugarcane farmers are set to benefit from a new smart irrigation system. Developed by Victoria’s La Trobe University for Far

Cost impacts digital inclusion in remote communities

Affordability is an increasing barrier to internet access in remote Australia, despite access to services improving. The latest RMIT University Mapping the Digital Gap

$3.3 billion trade surplus lowest since 2018

Australia’s trade surplus fell to its lowest level in more than six years, as the country’s current account balance registered a deficit of $14.1 billion in the

3D printing guide supports vision impaired

A 3D printing guide has been developed to support people who are visually impaired. Created by researchers at Melbourne’s Monash University, the free guide provides

Call to change State koala laws to boost genetic diversity

Researchers have called on injured koalas to be re-located to different regions when recovered, to address a decline in genetic diversity which is threatening the

Garden named after natural medicine pioneers

Southern Cross University has named its unique medicinal garden in honour of two pioneers of naturopathic medicines and treatment. The Marcus and Caroline Blackmore

Nelson to lead National Energy Market review

Griffith University Associate Professor Tim Nelson will lead a review of the National Energy Market (NEM). Federal Energy Minister Chris Bowen said the Brisbane-based

Prestigious medal for Southern Cross academic

Professor Nigel Andrew, from Southern Cross University, has been awarded the 2024 Ian Mackerras Medal for his contributions to insect science. The medal is the

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Skills-based qualifications to drive future jobs growth

Nearly all the jobs that will drive employment growth in Australia over the next decade will need more than a high school qualification. The 2024 Jobs and Skills Report

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