Research
More than 50% of rural West Australians are volunteers
Western Australia’s rural communities are more actively engaged in volunteering than their city counterparts, but the sector is facing volunteer…
Curtin study calls for new mining rules to protect animals in site restorations
New Curtin research has found the impact of mining on animals is overlooked in most mine site restoration assessments, prompting…
WA universities to help shape the future of space technology
Western Australia will play a major role in helping shape the future of space technology when a prestigious international symposium…
‘Just-right tourism’ front and centre at annual global conference
Tourism experts from around the world will map a pathway for ‘just-right tourism’ in a bid to overcome under-tourism at…
Honorary doctorates awarded to community leaders making their mark
A revolutionary global educator, a British knight, a former Premier, an Indigenous rights advocate and three outstanding business leaders have…
Longest-ever eDNA study offers important insights into ocean health
Tiny genetic ‘breadcrumbs’ left behind by marine organisms offer unprecedented insights into ocean biodiversity and how it changes over time…
Study shows increased mental health risk for Malawi children living with HIV
Almost one-third of children living with HIV in Malawi experienced emotional and behavioural difficulties, according to their primary caregivers in…
Research finds after-work hobbies key to proactivity in the workplace
Employees who engage in sporting, learning and volunteering activities outside work are more likely to get a better night’s sleep…
Australia’s oldest PhD graduate becomes a doctor at 94
For Australia’s oldest PhD graduate Dr David Bottomley, learning is a life-long journey. At 94 years of age, Dr Bottomley…
New project shines light on deaths in custody around the world
The global stories of Indigenous and refugee deaths in custody will be told using visual media as part of an…