Media releases
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…
Accelerating Australia’s clean energy future
Australia needs to accelerate the race to net zero, but closer engagement with communities is crucial to ensure no one…
Primary school principal honoured for work with disadvantaged children
Curtin University has acknowledged a local primary school principal’s leadership and impact on children’s lives, with a prestigious Honorary Doctorate.…
Research to help people born preterm breathe easier
Chronic lung disease is an unfortunate yet common ailment for people born preterm, however Curtin University research is working towards…