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            Charles Sturt adopts new course structure responding to student and industry needs
        The new hybrid Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine will be offered at Charles Sturt University from March 2026.
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            Aspire to Teach empowers future educators to turn passion into profession
        Applications are now open for the 2026 intake of the Aspire to Teach program helping school support staff become qualified Primary and Secondary teachers.
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            Dancing cockatoos: research reveals implications for cognitive processes and welfare 
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            Cancer detection transformed through new ‘molecular switch’ technology
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                5 Aug 2025
            
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            New water testing breakthrough offers fast, affordable detection of dangerous parasite
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Charles Sturt adopts new course structure responding to student and industry needs

The new hybrid Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine will be offered at Charles Sturt University from March 2026.

Albury-Wodonga Charles Sturt University

Aspire to Teach empowers future educators to turn passion into profession

Applications are now open for the 2026 intake of the Aspire to Teach program helping school support staff become qualified Primary and Secondary teachers.

All Local News Charles Sturt University Teacher education

Dancing cockatoos: research reveals implications for cognitive processes and welfare

Charles Sturt research has indicated that dancing behaviour is more common in cockatoos than previously thought and that this behaviour is based on a well-developed cognitive and emotional process.

Wagga Wagga Animal and Veterinary science Charles Sturt University

$7.94 million to boost viticulture and horticulture drought resilience in face of climate change

Winemakers, apple and cherry producers in the Central West, southern NSW and Tasmania will be better prepared for future droughts after a funding grant of $7.94 million was awarded to Charles Sturt University for a new research project.

All Local News Agricultural Science Charles Sturt University Gulbali Institute Research

Cancer detection transformed through new ‘molecular switch’ technology

A Charles Sturt University researcher is helping transform the future of cancer diagnosis with a new, low-cost testing method fast-tracking access to treatment.

Charles Sturt University Research Rural and Regional Health Research Institute

Charles Sturt supports PNG food security with national agricultural training package

Charles Sturt University has delivered a revised National Agriculture Training Package for Papua New Guinea (PNG), in partnership with the Government of Papua New Guinea and industry stakeholders.

All Local News Agricultural Science Charles Sturt University Society and Community

New water testing breakthrough offers fast, affordable detection of dangerous parasite

A Charles Sturt University researcher has helped develop a groundbreaking new method to test water for a dangerous parasite.

All Local News Charles Sturt University Research Rural and Regional Health Research Institute

Charles Sturt partners with TAFE to strengthen regional Australia’s nursing workforce

Charles Sturt in Dubbo hosts students to experience hands-on nursing facilities and course offerings to address healthcare shortage in regional Australia.

Dubbo Charles Sturt University

Port Macquarie Open Day inspires next steps towards your dream career

School leavers, career changers and eager learners are gearing up for their next big opportunity through the 2025 Open Day at Charles Sturt University in Port Macquarie.

Port Macquarie Charles Sturt University

Free opportunity to enhance classrooms across Australia through Charles Sturt

Charles Sturt University is inviting teachers to join a shared conversation on the evolving purpose of education through a new free seminar series.

All Local News Charles Sturt University Society and Community Teacher education

Real-world community impact: computing students solve real industry problems

Charles Sturt University computer software-engineering students have swapped hypothetical case studies for real clients this semester to deliver digital solutions that will soon be live across regional Australia.

All Local News Computer Science Mathematics Society and Community Technology

Charles Sturt to showcase agricultural leadership at annual summit

Charles Sturt is preparing to host the annual Digital Agrifood Summit in Wagga Wagga for the fourth year.

Wagga Wagga Agricultural Science Charles Sturt University

New research: assessing personal values and implicit bias towards people with disability

A Charles Sturt University PhD graduate and colleagues have found evidence of disability bias in Australia in the first study of its kind here.

All Local News Health Psychology Research Society and Community

Open Days: get an offer, get inspired and immerse yourself in your dream career

The Charles Sturt Open Day series is back, hosting on-campus events at five of its regional campuses in August.

All Local News Charles Sturt University Society and Community

Statement from the Vice-Chancellor: job losses distressing but not surprising

By Professor Renée Leon, Vice-Chancellor, Charles Sturt University:

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Charles Sturt scientist contributes to the UN expert panel on foodborne parasites

A leading Charles Sturt University parasitology and food safety expert has contributed to a United Nations (UN) expert panel in Rome to review and update scientific advice on foodborne parasites.

All Local News Animal and Veterinary science International Science Society and Community

New course to boost digital innovation in healthcare

Charles Sturt will offer a new degree from 2026 that will transform the future of digital health.

Charles Sturt University Health

Countering human trafficking and sexual exploitation; researchers highlight one legislative option

A recent study by Charles Sturt University researchers and Canadian colleagues highlights the critical role of beneficial ownership registries in combating financial crime, and particularly human trafficking.

All Local News International Law and Justice Policing and Security Research Society and Community

Charles Sturt University hosts the 2025 Rural Health Research Institute Symposium

More than 35 research presentations featured during the event, showcasing advances in rural health research.

Orange Charles Sturt University Health Indigenous Research Rural and Regional Health Research Institute

Nation-first: groundbreaking Agtech delivers real-time agricultural insights to the classroom

Innovative Agtech gives high-school Agriculture students the edge on their peers.

Wagga Wagga Agricultural Science Animal and Veterinary science Charles Sturt University Gulbali Institute Society and Community

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Features

FEATURES 26 Jun 2025

Army service and COVID-19 didn’t stop this graduate

A recent Charles Sturt University graduate is combining her aspiration for a health-related professional occupation with serving full-time in the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

All Local News Charles Sturt University Health Science Society and Community

FEATURES 25 Jun 2025

Sibling bond sees Bathurst twins live, study and graduate together

Bathurst twins have taken their sibling bond to new heights, graduating together at Charles Sturt University.

Bathurst Charles Sturt University Health

FEATURES 3 Jun 2025

Why regional living and learning is a smart choice

House prices are decreasing and employment opportunities are increasing – there has never been a better time to live and study in regional areas.

All Local News Business and Economics Charles Sturt University

FEATURES 29 May 2025

Graduate determined to add more degrees to his repertoire

A Charles Sturt University graduate with multiple degrees and scholarships to his name is proving you do not have to finish high school to achieve greatness in your higher education journey.

Orange Charles Sturt University Science

FEATURES 22 May 2025

Scholarship helps Charles Sturt Graduates boost Dubbo’s skilled workforce

Dubbo has gained two new skilled workers as Charles Sturt University helps plug critical skill shortages in regional towns.

Dubbo Charles Sturt University Society and Community Teacher education

FEATURES 20 May 2025

A scholarship, family and friends helped nursing graduate achieve his dreams

A recent Charles Sturt University graduate and scholarship recipient said his scholarship has been invaluable for his university journey, relieving financial stress and bringing him peace of mind.

Port Macquarie Charles Sturt University Health Society and Community

FEATURES 15 May 2025

National and international job opportunities for nursing graduate

A recent Charles Sturt University nursing graduate said the Bush Children’s Foundation Scholarship she received helped to relieve financial hardships and supported her through university, particularly her stressful first year.

Orange Wagga Wagga Charles Sturt University Health Society and Community

FEATURES 14 May 2025

Drought, bushfires and pandemic no barrier for passionate paramedic

From a young age, Ms Emily Hoswell was no stranger to emergency responses in the aftermath of high-speed crashes.

Bathurst Charles Sturt University Health Paramedicine

FEATURES 14 May 2025

TAFE to Charles Sturt pathway assists Albury nursing graduate realise his dream career

Caring for the health of the vulnerable is a cause close to Mr Ben Miles’s heart, motivating his efforts to graduate with a Bachelor of Nursing at Charles Sturt University.

Albury-Wodonga Charles Sturt University Health

FEATURES 8 May 2025

Age no barrier for Charles Sturt graduate awarded excellence prize

Age is just a number for Charles Sturt University Bachelor of Human Services graduate, 62-year-old Ms Ruth Davis.

Port Macquarie Charles Sturt University Indigenous Society and Community

FEATURES 5 May 2025

RAN Captain graduated with University Medal despite disruptions of service

A recent Charles Sturt University graduate has lived in VIC, NSW, ACT, WA and NT and has travelled around the world on ships as an officer in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN).

Wagga Wagga Charles Sturt University Dentistry Health Science

FEATURES 23 Apr 2025

From Trundle to Wagga Wagga to Canada and back, a scholarship smooths the way

A recent Charles Sturt University graduate is grateful for his scholarship and the donors for the peace of mind it gave him to be able to study to the best of his ability online during COVID-19 and later while travelling.

Dubbo Wagga Wagga Agricultural Science Charles Sturt University

FEATURES 16 Apr 2025

Honours student graduates as a scientist with help from scholarships

Graduate Ms Sarah Fraser received multiple scholarships during her study at Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga and she said that support allowed her to maintain her constant pursuit of the ‘why’ of the agriculture industry.

Wagga Wagga Agricultural Science Charles Sturt University

FEATURES 31 Mar 2025

Anything is possible with perseverance, organisation, hard work and flexible online study

A married couple in Wodonga (VIC) will both graduate at a Charles Sturt University graduation ceremony in Wagga Wagga on Friday 11 April.

Albury-Wodonga Wagga Wagga Agricultural Science Animal and Veterinary science Charles Sturt University Health

FEATURES 5 Dec 2024

An exciting opportunity to meet and hear from security industry senior leaders in Singapore

A senior South Australian police officer and Charles Sturt University postgraduate student welcomed the opportunity to engage with industry leaders in security on a recent study tour to one of the world’s largest commercial markets, Singapore.

All Local News Business and Economics International Law and Justice Policing and Security Society and Community

FEATURES 20 Nov 2024

Study tour to Singapore energised and inspired a postgraduate policing and investigations student

A two-week Charles Sturt University postgraduate policing and investigations study tour to Singapore provided one student with a deeper understanding which she is already applying to her work and left her inspired to keep studying.

All Local News International Law and Justice Policing and Security Society and Community

FEATURES 15 Nov 2024

Singapore study tour broadens international horizons

For Charles Sturt University postgraduate policing and investigations student Ms Jess Murray, participation in a two-week study tour to Singapore was a welcome opportunity for both professional development and cultural exploration.

All Local News Law and Justice Policing and Security Society and Community

FEATURES 22 Oct 2024

Dad’s wisdom to ‘do more, do better’ drives occupational therapy student’s success

Studying to become an occupational therapist was the final piece to Kirsten Pini’s puzzle as every aspect of their life incorporated the skills of the profession.

Albury-Wodonga Charles Sturt University Health Society and Community

FEATURES 21 Oct 2024

Breaking down barriers earns Young Alumni of the Year award

A commitment to advancing opportunities for women in the male-dominated construction industry sees graduate engineer and Albury-Wodonga resident Ms Emmeline Rocks awarded the Charles Sturt University Distinguished Young Alumni of the Year.

All Local News Charles Sturt University Engineering Society and Community

FEATURES 21 Oct 2024

Helping neurodivergent children and their families: alumna’s honour

A Charles Sturt University alumna is using her social work background and lived experience to help change the lives of families with neurodivergent children. She has won a Charles Sturt Alumni Award for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Creativity.

All Local News Charles Sturt University

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In Brief

IN BRIEF 30 Jun 2025

Orange High female students in Bathurst for fourth Biomechanics Research and Innovation Challenge

IN BRIEF 20 Jun 2025

Regional healthcare workers upskilled through latest infection control training

IN BRIEF 5 Jun 2025

Cultural heritage and regional innovation take centre stage

IN BRIEF 29 May 2025

EngFest 2025 explores engineering careers and turning ‘waste to worth’

IN BRIEF 22 May 2025

UN World Bee Day in Bathurst: we all depend on the survival of bees

IN BRIEF 13 May 2025

High school students experience a day-in-the-life of healthcare professionals

IN BRIEF 28 Apr 2025

Nurses and midwives to learn the future of regional healthcare

IN BRIEF 14 Apr 2025

Ecumenical Way of the Cross in Canberra - a traditional response to the Easter story

IN BRIEF 4 Apr 2025

Sydney high school students learn about agricultural career options in Wagga Wagga

IN BRIEF 31 Mar 2025

Disability-affirming approaches to education: new, online series launched

IN BRIEF 28 Mar 2025

Unique, professional development program gives ag students the edge

IN BRIEF 27 Mar 2025

Latest media advancements captured by communication experts and students

IN BRIEF 25 Mar 2025

New book examines the second Wiradjuri war of resistance

IN BRIEF 20 Mar 2025

University collaboration moves to strengthen regional health workforce

IN BRIEF 18 Mar 2025

Democracy needs us to keep it strong and alive: public forum in Canberra

IN BRIEF 12 Mar 2025

High school students curious about careers in media explore all Charles Sturt has to offer

IN BRIEF 6 Mar 2025

Women need to stop ‘surviving’ and start challenging society’s structures

IN BRIEF 6 Mar 2025

UN Regional Youth Summit in Bathurst to inspire collaboration and meaningful change

IN BRIEF 4 Mar 2025

Refugee policy reform - free public lecture at Charles Sturt in Bathurst

IN BRIEF 3 Mar 2025

Orange and Bathurst host regional Queer Screen Film Festival in 2025

Opinion

OPINION 1 Aug 2025

Colombia is producing more cocaine than ever – and more is reaching Australian shores

OPINION 19 Jun 2025

School playgrounds are one of the main locations for bullying. How can they be set up to stop it?

OPINION 14 May 2025

Range anxiety – or charger drama?

OPINION 8 May 2025

International Nurses Day is time to take care of the carers

OPINION 22 Apr 2025

Multicultural Anzac Day acknowledges Muslim soldiers too

OPINION 1 Apr 2025

Using tranquillisers on racehorses is ethically questionable and puts horses and riders at risk

OPINION 13 Mar 2025

It’s a terrible idea to pick up or interfere with wild animals, especially baby wombats; here’s why

OPINION 12 Mar 2025

Trump and diversity, equity and inclusion; human resource expert defines Australian context

OPINION 3 Mar 2025

Nangs are popular with young people. But are they aware of the serious harms of nitrous oxide?

OPINION 24 Feb 2025

Is reality TV ‘harmful’? We asked 5 experts – including an ex-reality TV participant

OPINION 30 Jan 2025

Festive season attacks by extremist groups are part of a pattern

OPINION 28 Jan 2025

How the AFL and NRL have crept into cricket’s traditional summer timeslot

OPINION 17 Dec 2024

Holiday scams: staying safe this festive season

OPINION 9 Dec 2024

Here are four priorities to avoid another war in Syria

OPINION 6 Dec 2024

UN Human Rights Day ─ the role of lawyers in upholding human rights

OPINION 5 Dec 2024

With the world distracted by conflicts elsewhere, the Syrian civil war flares up again

OPINION 29 Nov 2024

Unconditional: Carer reflects on life-changing impact in honour of Day of Persons with Disabilities

OPINION 20 Nov 2024

Enough uncertainty, bureaucracy, micromanagement and politicisation - we need a Universities Accord

OPINION 20 Nov 2024

Philosophy should be taught in schools, but which parts?

OPINION 18 Nov 2024

Treaties, truth and equality: how NZ, Australia and Canada are all struggling with colonial politics

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

Dominic came to Charles Sturt in 2008. He has over 50 refereed research publications including more than 30 refereed journal articles and book chapters and six books. He also has extensive political commentary experience for ABC Radio and has written for The Conversation, OpenForum, the New Zealand Herald, the Policy Space, Nursing Review and a number of other newspapers.

Dominic's work has had significant public policy influence.

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