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Some things never change


A hundred years ago, Sydneysiders were concerned about a lack of water, congestion in the CBD, the problems caused by public-private development and a severe skills shortage. Sound familiar? According to Dr Clive Beauchamp, Adjunct Senior Lecturer in Charles Sturt University’s (CSU) Social Sciences and Liberal Studies School, "in some ways, public expectations never seem to change".

Iodine question spreads to Pacific islands


Extensive research by Charles Sturt University academics into the deficiency of iodine in human diets has spread to the Pacific island country of Fiji.

Dental crisis already here, says Charles Sturt University


Charles Sturt University is delighted that the spotlight has turned onto the critical shortage of dental workers in NSW. The University supports the State Government and NSW Opposition calls for action on dental health.

CSU Quiz master retires


Associate Professor Charles Fogliani AM has had a life-long love affair…but his wife doesn’t mind. It’s Chemistry he feels passionate about and will devote even more time to now that he is retiring after 36 years at Charles Sturt University (CSU).

Orange joins CSU community


In an historic step, the Orange Campus has been formally transferred to Charles Sturt University (CSU) from the University of Sydney.

Speech pathologist gains top industry accolade


Pioneering health professional, clinical educator and academic Associate Professor Lindy Mcallister has been recognised by the Speech Pathology Australia with life membership for her services to the speech pathology profession in Australia.

Grow your own


Regional Australians are not getting back from Medicare and private health insurance what they are putting into it, according to a Productivity Commission report released earlier this year. In a literal case of adding insult to injury, it is estimated that about $220 million a year of the Medicare levy collected in non-urban areas flows back to metropolitan services. Why?

A step in the right direction


If you think the state's hospital waiting lists are shocking, have a look at the waiting lists for treatment in the public dental system. If you can afford a private dentist, a general shortage of practitioners threatens to create crisis in that sector as well.

Self-esteem begins at home


On the eve of the Federal Government's inaugural National Safe Schools Week, Professor Paul Burnett, Pro Vice-Chancellor Research and Graduate Training at Charles Sturt University, talks about the damage caused by bullying.

Wednesday is World Press Freedom Day


How can there be a correlation between free speech and the eradication of poverty?

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