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            Bushfires followed by rain: a catastrophic combination for Australia’s Macquarie perch
        Fisheries experts from Charles Sturt University and the NSW Department of Primary Industries revisit Australia’s 2020-2019 bushfires and explain how the rain that followed the fires turned the home of Australia’s endangered Macquarie perch to sludge.
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            The key to regional growth is to nurture sustainable resources 
        A Charles Sturt academic said producing enough sustainable resources is the key to accommodating population growths in regional NSW. 
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                10 Jul 2020
            
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            Lockdown lessons: Research into teachers’ and parents’ home-schooling techniques
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            Stan Grant to join world’s leading voices in online debate series
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            Governor of NSW undertakes virtual tour of National Wine and Grape Industry Centre
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Governor of NSW undertakes virtual tour of National Wine and Grape Industry Centre

Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC QC, Governor of New South Wales, and Mr Dennis Wilson met with University leaders as part of a Regional Community Outreach Program.

Wagga Wagga Agricultural Science Charles Sturt University NWGIC

Proud past, strong future - Charles Sturt University celebrates Foundation Day

Charles Sturt University’s Foundation Day in 2020 will be a virtual celebration due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

All Local News Charles Sturt University Society and Community

Getting more value out of cull cows

Charles Sturt research, in conjunction with Meat & Livestock Australia, has shown it’s possible for beef cattle producers to increase live weight, carcase quality and potentially the financial returns from cull cows, by feeding a high energy ration.

All Local News Animal and Veterinary science Graham Centre Research

Charles Sturt partners for webinar exploring waterways after the fires

Charles Sturt's Institute for Land, Water and Society has partnered with the International River Foundation to bring together 11 experts to talk about how fire and climate change can impact our waterways.

All Local News Charles Sturt University ILWS International Research

Charles Sturt expert urges wider government cyber security plan

A Charles Sturt University expert endorses this week’s federal government funding boost for Australia’s cyber security capacity, and urges further government funding for cyber security education and tax relief for the cyber security industry.

All Local News Computer Science Mathematics Policing and Security

‘Meaning in Frailty’ research to aid aged care

New Charles Sturt University research will inform policy and practice for the care of frail older people.

All Local News Research Religion and Ethics Society and Community

The impact of COVID-19 on international community and social development

A Charles Sturt University academic and editor of an international journal argues that COVID-19 indiscriminately infects people, but discriminately impacts them, particularly, disadvantaged and marginalised groups.

Research ILWS International Society and Community

New book says learning beyond classrooms vital for health across the lifespan

Charles Sturt University physical education academic, Dr Brendon Hyndman, has co-published a new book that explores the lifelong connections between health and educational performance.

All Local News Health Research Teaching and Education

Charles Sturt subjects acknowledged in Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2020

Seven Charles Sturt subjects featured among top universities in the world in the ShanghaiRanking Consultancy's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2020.

All Local News Charles Sturt University International Society and Community

Central West’s future medical students receive $75,000 scholarship boost

Three $25,000 scholarships will be funded by the Central NSW Joint Organisation for students from the Central West studying the Charles Sturt University and Western Sydney University Joint Program in Medicine next year.

Bathurst Orange Health Medicine Society and Community

Charles Sturt assists COVID-impacted Year 12 students to enrol

Charles Sturt University is providing ways to assist Year 12 students whose study and results have been impacted by COVID-19.

All Local News Charles Sturt University Society and Community

Study to investigate mental health and stress in frontline workers during COVID-19

Charles Sturt academics lead team that received $30,000 to investigate to effect of mental health and stress on frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

All Local News Charles Sturt University ILWS Research Society and Community

Charles Sturt Three-Minute Thesis finals go online for first time

The annual Three-Minute Thesis competition for Charles Sturt's PhD students will be held online via Zoom on Wednesday 1 July.

Graham Centre Charles Sturt University Research Society and Community

Communication students boost Bathurst women’s cancer research fundraiser

A creative social media campaign devised by Charles Sturt University communication students has been the secret ingredient helping the 'Bathurst on a Plate' cookbook project achieve its fundraising target of $50,000 for the Cancer Council NSW.

All Local News Communication and Creative Industries Health Society and Community

Greater vigilance needed against cybersecurity attacks on Australia

A Charles Sturt University academic warns that due to the escalating use of cyber attacks by state and non-state entities, Australia and other liberal democracies will need to change their risk management in dealing with certain states.

All Local News Computer Science International Policing and Security

Charles Sturt welcomes Federal Government announcement

Charles Sturt University welcomes the Federal Government new funding structure for universities and support for regional universities

All Local News Charles Sturt University

Statement from Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor John Germov

An additional update regarding our Sustainable Futures Program

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Statement from Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor John Germov

An update on Charles Sturt's Sustainable Futures program

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Agreement gives Charles Sturt nursing students access to free expert tutoring

The service will provide students with free expert tutoring to offer high-quality content-specific assistance to help them in their studies, and will be available to Charles Sturt Bachelor of Nursing and Graduate Diploma of Nursing students.

All Local News Charles Sturt University Health Three Rivers

New book ‘Hidden Hand’ describes China’s threat to democracy

A new book co-authored by a leading Charles Sturt University academic exposes the global program of influence and subversion by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the threat it poses to democracy.

All Local News International Research Society and Community

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Features

FEATURES 9 Jul 2020

A theatre media student’s journey during COVID-19

A young Bathurst performer who enjoys all types of entertainment and seeing people doing what they love hopes to travel overseas to start a professional entertainment career.

All Local News Arts and Culture Charles Sturt University Communication and Creative Industries

FEATURES 3 Jul 2020

The perfect pairing: two Charles Sturt graduates are now co-owners of a boutique winery

When winemakers Nadja and Steve first met at Charles Sturt University in 2008, they never knew that a few years later they would become a couple, co-own a vineyard, and create their very own brand of wine.

Orange Wagga Wagga Agricultural Science Society and Community

FEATURES 22 Jun 2020

Six months after graduation: the full-circle moment for a regional teaching graduate

For most new graduates, the first few months in a new job can be challenging; and Ed Smith - who shares how he is finding his feet as a first-year teacher during the COVID-19 pandemic – is no exception.

Teaching and Education

FEATURES 18 Jun 2020

Charles Sturt alumna and employee calls for unity ahead of World Refugee Day

Ahead of World Refugee Day on Saturday 20 June, Charles Sturt University graduate and current employee Mrs Yangi Uchalla hopes we soon live in a society where diversity is acknowledged and celebrated.

Wagga Wagga Charles Sturt University International Society and Community

FEATURES 1 Jun 2020

The job as a newly-qualified nurse during COVID-19

Little more than a year after graduating, 22-year-old Charles Sturt University nursing alumna Ms Mairead Sheehy (pictured) has learned to adapt in a frontline clinical role at Bathurst Hospital in the era of the COVID-19 pandemic.

All Local News Health Medicine Society and Community

FEATURES 25 May 2020

Charles Sturt alumnus tells of 20-year career in Australia’s tourism industry

Charles Sturt alumnus Mr Steven Hinks has had a 20-year career in the Australian tourism industry and is now working in regional NSW, in the town that he graduated in, in one of his most diverse roles yet.

Dubbo Business and Economics Charles Sturt University Society and Community

FEATURES 21 May 2020

World Turtle Day: student conducts research to help protect one of the world’s oldest creatures

To mark World Turtle Day on Saturday 23 May, Charles Sturt University student Mr Ben Mills is sharing the results of his flatback sea turtle research project and shining a spotlight on the risks facing turtles.

Animal and Veterinary science Research

FEATURES 21 May 2020

Staff and students contribute to a world worth living in through volunteer work

Charles Sturt staff and students contributing to their communities through volunteer work are among many that are celebrated in National Volunteer Week.

Albury-Wodonga Bathurst Charles Sturt University ILWS Paramedicine Society and Community

FEATURES 19 May 2020

Charles Sturt alumna’s path to writing for Law and Order: SVU and the opportunities in between

Charles Sturt University alumna Ms Micharne Cloughley tells how studying at Charles Sturt gave her the skills and confidence to pursue a career that's taken her to a popular television series in New York City.

Wagga Wagga Arts and Culture Charles Sturt University International Society and Community

FEATURES 11 May 2020

Student puts study to use for COVID-19 emergency response

Charles Sturt University emergency management student Ian Hunt has played an important role in Ambulance Victoria’s COVID-19 response.

Health Emergency Management

FEATURES 22 Apr 2020

Veterinary graduate shares how the recent bushfires were challenging for Australia’s vets

To celebrate this Saturday’s World Veterinary Day, Charles Sturt University is sharing the story of one veterinary graduate who went above and beyond to help injured pets and wildlife affected by the recent NSW south coast bushfires.

All Local News Animal and Veterinary science

FEATURES 14 Apr 2020

Mammography practitioners paint a picture of their days saving the lives of others

Graduates from the Graduate Diploma of Mammography are forging interesting careers saving lives across the country.

Albury-Wodonga Wagga Wagga Charles Sturt University Health

FEATURES 8 Apr 2020

Charles Sturt theology experts reflect on COVID-19

Three theology experts from Charles Sturt University reflect on how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected religion, faith and worship and how religious groups are adapting to the disruption and changes of COVID-19.

Religion and Ethics

FEATURES 7 Apr 2020

Indigenous students on the right course to help mental health issues

“The course has been collaboratively designed with community-based organisations and the mental health sectors specifically for Indigenous students."

Wagga Wagga Charles Sturt University Health Indigenous Science

FEATURES 10 Mar 2020

Wiradyuri Elders contribute to Hyde Park Barracks colonial exhibition

Charles Sturt University has supported and assisted three Wiradyuri Elders from Bathurst to contribute to the recently-opened colonial exhibition at the historic Hyde Park Barracks in Sydney.

Charles Sturt University Indigenous Society and Community

FEATURES 4 Mar 2020

STEM educator Professor Tanveer Zia and his daughters are changing the world we live in

Professor Tanveer Zia's personal motivation behind creating opportunities for women in cyber security starts at home.

All Local News Charles Sturt University Computer Science Policing and Security Society and Community

FEATURES 27 Feb 2020

Childhood memories forge career in wine industry for second instalment of ‘Have You Met?’

Charles Sturt PhD student Ms Julia Gouot's lifelong passion and inspiration for winemaking is recounted in the second episode of the 'Have You Met?' digital series.

Wagga Wagga Agricultural Science Charles Sturt University NWGIC Research

FEATURES 24 Feb 2020

Wagga Wagga students work backstage at Sir Elton John concert

Four creative industries students from Charles Sturt University, who have their sights set on careers in the entertainment industry, share how they could not pass up the opportunity to work backstage at one of Sir Elton John’s recent concerts.

Wagga Wagga Communication and Creative Industries

FEATURES 28 Jan 2020

Charles Sturt’s creative industry graduates in high demand

Emily Toshack is just one creative industries graduate from Charles Sturt who quickly secured full-time employment after graduating. Today, she is making her way in an industry she always loved but never expected to work in.

All Local News Communication and Creative Industries

FEATURES 17 Jan 2020

World Religion Day: where to from here for modern religion?

Charles Sturt University theology experts reflect on challenges facing modern day religious denominations and organisations.

All Local News Religion and Ethics

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In Brief

IN BRIEF 10 Jul 2020

Lockdown lessons: Research into teachers’ and parents’ home-schooling techniques

IN BRIEF 9 Jul 2020

Charles Sturt’s sustainability praised at International Green Gown Awards

IN BRIEF 9 Jul 2020

Stan Grant to join world’s leading voices in online debate series

IN BRIEF 7 Jul 2020

Webinar on responding to student mental health challenges during COVID-19

IN BRIEF 6 Jul 2020

Update 6 July: Statement from Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor John Germov regarding COVID-19

IN BRIEF 6 Jul 2020

Albury-Wodonga campus staff’s effort diverts more than 37 tonnes of organic waste

IN BRIEF 16 Jun 2020

Webinar to explore the future of Australia’s bushfire recovery

IN BRIEF 16 Jun 2020

Online poetry reading to connect writers from Wagga Wagga with rest of the world

IN BRIEF 2 Jun 2020

A virtual 2020 EngFest at Charles Sturt in Bathurst

IN BRIEF 2 Jun 2020

The show must go on for Charles Sturt third-year acting students

IN BRIEF 26 May 2020

Scholarships awarded to rural health students in Three Rivers footprint

IN BRIEF 26 May 2020

Charles Sturt partnership supports students entering STEM careers

IN BRIEF 22 May 2020

Rutherglen and Chiltern residents asked to take part in parks survey

IN BRIEF 18 May 2020

Charles Sturt academic to speak at online conference about caring for older adults during pandemic

IN BRIEF 12 May 2020

Booranga Writers’ Centre to host first ZOOM poetry event

IN BRIEF 5 May 2020

PhD candidate needs research participants to better understand distress during an MRI

IN BRIEF 1 May 2020

AgriTech Incubator Pitch Night to take on different format due to COVID-19 restrictions

IN BRIEF 1 May 2020

Leadership workshop to mark end of Charles Sturt’s GiCSA program

IN BRIEF 29 Apr 2020

NSW Government funds Charles Sturt youth job skills program

IN BRIEF 28 Apr 2020

‘Life At Home: Bathurst’, a new storytelling competition

Opinion

OPINION 10 Jul 2020

Bushfires followed by rain: a catastrophic combination for Australia’s Macquarie perch

OPINION 10 Jul 2020

The key to regional growth is to nurture sustainable resources

OPINION 6 Jul 2020

The two biggest powers in the world are on a collision course, and Australia is arming itself

OPINION 2 Jul 2020

Charles Sturt political expert says protests are a time for education

OPINION 1 Jul 2020

History shows us who really holds the key to a sustainable post-COVID-19 economic recovery

OPINION 29 Jun 2020

Black Lives Matter at Charles Sturt University

OPINION 19 Jun 2020

The Winton Wetlands: why its restoration provides a sense of hope

OPINION 19 Jun 2020

Indigenous Australia’s history IS Australia’s history, so let’s teach it all

OPINION 17 Jun 2020

Black rage is demanding change and the old answers are not good enough

OPINION 15 Jun 2020

Academics warn 'don't count your fish before they hatch' regarding Murray-Darling Basin fish release

OPINION 15 Jun 2020

Why a ‘she’ll be right’ attitude to men’s health issues just won’t cut it

OPINION 11 Jun 2020

Freedom … can we have too much of a good thing?

OPINION 4 Jun 2020

ANTIFA is a movement, not an organisation

OPINION 2 Jun 2020

President Trump the product - not origin - of division which threatens to engulf United States

OPINION 1 Jun 2020

'One country, two systems' was never on Xi Jinping's agenda

OPINION 1 Jun 2020

Returning to work after COVID-19 – business as usual, or not?

OPINION 29 May 2020

The links between global fault lines and Indigenous reconciliation in Australia

OPINION 28 May 2020

News Corp’s online move highlights need for sustainable journalism models

OPINION 28 May 2020

How COVID-19 could affect tourism industry as it re-opens

OPINION 27 May 2020

Australia needs to lift the blindfolds of liberalism to advance Indigenous recognition

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