Media releases
Empowering WA’s regional women leaders to drive change
Regional women leaders in Western Australia have honed their advocacy skills for greater community impact through a masterclass series delivered…
Renowned academic and policy leader named new Curtin Provost
Curtin University has named Professor Matthew Tonts as its new Provost, commencing 17 June, 2024. Professor Tonts joins Curtin with…
Gen Z’s climate anxiety is real and needs action — for everyone’s wellbeing
New Curtin University research has shown Australian young people have major concerns about climate change, which is having a significant…
Audit of food donations prompts call for new nutrition and safety standards
New Curtin University research that analysed a whopping 85,000 kilograms of food donated to Foodbank WA over five days has…
International higher education conference brings the world to WA
More than 2000 higher education professionals from across the world will visit Perth for the 2024 Asia Pacific Association of…
Free tax assistance for vulnerable communities wins national award
A Curtin University initiative which offers free tax help to vulnerable and disadvantaged communities while providing students with real world…
Launching a new era for student equity in Australia
Australia’s peak student equity ‘What Works’ research body has launched its new name – the Australian Centre for Student Equity…
Study finds ‘cruel wellbeing’ approach adds to teachers’ stress
New Curtin research has found the challenges and problems faced by overworked teachers are being compounded by expectations placed on…
Experienced executive and director elected Curtin University Chancellor
Curtin University has announced highly accomplished executive Dr Vanessa Guthrie AO as its new Chancellor, starting April 1, 2024. Currently…
World first conference reveals key to happy and productive workplaces
Smart work design is the key to battling poor mental health, worker burnout and building a more productive workplace, the…