Headlines

Wanting to stay, wanting to serve: What rural medical students say about becoming rural GPs
OPINION  28 Jan 2026

Wanting to stay, wanting to serve: What rural medical students say about becoming rural GPs

A Charles Sturt medical student explains why more students are opting to stay and work in regional areas after graduating.

Wagga WaggaCharles Sturt UniversityMedicine

School breaks make up more than an hour of the day. Should they be considered part of learning?
OPINION  5 Feb 2026

School breaks make up more than an hour of the day. Should they be considered part of learning?

A Charles Sturt University education expert argues that because recess and lunch are generally regarded as ‘breaks’ from learning and make up such a large part of the school day, schools and education systems should give them more consideration.

All Local NewsResearchSociety and CommunityTeacher education

Expert in focus

Professor Dominic O'Sullivan profile

Professor Dominic O'Sullivan

SPECIALTY TOPICS: Political Science, Self-Determination, New Zealand, Citizenship

Professor in Political Science Dominic O’Sullivan is a prominent political scientist and sought‑after media commentator on Australian, New Zealand and international politics. With more than 1,000 broadcast and print interviews, he offers authoritative analysis on elections, democratic practice and Indigenous policy.

His research shapes national debate on Indigenous governance, citizenship and public sector reform, informing inquiries, UN expert bodies and the International Labour Organisation.

A co‑developer of Critical Tiriti Analysis, his work guides major New Zealand government agencies and is increasingly used in Australia.

A prolific public intellectual, he has authored nine books, over 60 academic papers and more than 130 media articles.

View full profile

CSU Events

  • No current events