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Disasters need managing


The tsunami that hit Samoa and Tonga and the earthquakes in Sumatra this week are further reminders that natural and man-made disasters are increasing around the world and need to be planned for and managed by governments, emergency services and relief agencies, according to a lecturer at CSU.

New sports law courses at CSU


The legal complexities of contemporary professional sports have prompted CSU to develop new courses in response to the needs of the sports industry.

Actions speak louder than words - CSU funds sustainability projects


Charles Sturt University's (CSU) commitment to cutting energy and water usage and reducing waste, continues with nine new projects - designed to progress the institution’s sustainability targets - to be funded under CSU's inaugural Sustainability Grant.

CSU commentators on proposed carbon emissions scheme


As the passage of the Federal Government's proposed Emissions Trading Scheme enters a crucial stage in the Senate, commentators from CSU have expressed concerns with the current scheme.

Tackling child abuse


The widely recognised need to develop a better approach to tackle child sexual abuse and improve child protection is motivating a team of researchers including CSU who cross agencies, borders and disciplines.
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Alumni Spotlight Life's a Circus

Life's a Circus

Mike Finch has a job that we all dreamed about but never really had the guts to do, he did run away with the circus!
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Meet Shane Stone - Former Australian Attorney General

The Honourable Shane Stone has twice served as Australia's Attorney General as well as being the Chief Minister of Australia's Northern Territory.

A new book on Peace Education

Dr James Page, a Charles Sturt University graduate in education, has recently published a new book on peace education, under the title Peace Education: Exploring Ethical and Philosophical Foundations, published with Information Age Publishing.

John Kerrison comes home to Sydney

Now, after almost seven years working interstate and in country NSW, he has returned to home and renewed his connection with Channel Nine Sydney.

President of Timor-Leste

Dr Ramos-Horta to deliver Charles Sturt Oration.
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