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Hantavirus research explores spillover of diseases between wildlife, livestock and humans
LATEST NEWS  12 May 2026

Hantavirus research explores spillover of diseases between wildlife, livestock and humans

A Charles Sturt University researcher is at the forefront of research into exotic disease surveillance and mitigation in Australia and overseas including for the now controversial hantavirus.

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Community radio 2MCE celebrates 50 years of broadcasting
IN BRIEF  7 May 2026

Community radio 2MCE celebrates 50 years of broadcasting

In November 1975 Mitchell College of Advanced Education in Bathurst, one of the predecessor institutions of Charles Sturt University, received a special licence for educational broadcasting to serve the communities of Bathurst and Orange.

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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.

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