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Violence and hatred against Australian mosques widespread according to new research
OPINION  15 Mar 2021

Violence and hatred against Australian mosques widespread according to new research

In the aftermath of the Christchurch mosque shootings, a team of researchers surveyed mosques in Australia to gauge the extent of anti-Muslim attacks on these places of worship. In this article, the researchers discuss their findings.

ResearchReligion and EthicsSociety and Community

Prime Ministers’ homes a window to politics, leadership and social history
OPINION  12 Mar 2021

Prime Ministers’ homes a window to politics, leadership and social history

A Charles Sturt University academic argues the recent purchase of former PM Gough Whitlam’s home in Cabramatta, to being developed as a heritage site, will benefit Australians passionate about politics, leadership and social history.

Arts and CultureResearchSociety and Community

COVID-19, future pandemics, and rethinking residential housing design
OPINION  11 Mar 2021

COVID-19, future pandemics, and rethinking residential housing design

Because COVID-19 will not be the last coronavirus pandemic, a Charles Sturt University academic argues future-proofing new buildings in the post-COVID environment must embrace the principles of universal design and lessons from the current pandemic.

HealthILWSSociety and Community

Where the Royal Commission wins and falls short when it comes to culturally-safe aged care
OPINION  9 Mar 2021

Where the Royal Commission wins and falls short when it comes to culturally-safe aged care

A social work researcher examines the Royal Commission’s final report and has said while some recommendations will lead to progress, gaps exist in terms of training, accessible information and meeting cultural, personal and spiritual needs.

HealthResearchSociety and Community

The illusions of social media: ‘free speech’ is just the start
OPINION  8 Mar 2021

The illusions of social media: ‘free speech’ is just the start

An information science expert says although social media has changed many norms – from speech to relationships to social experiences – it is important we consider the paradoxes that surround social media and the beliefs many have towards these norms.

Communication and Creative IndustriesSociety and Community

Australia no longer needs a ban on genetically modified crops
OPINION  4 Mar 2021

Australia no longer needs a ban on genetically modified crops

A Charles Sturt University agriculture expert says a ban on genetically modified crops is no longer needed in NSW because the technology has been shown to be safe and beneficial for agriculture and the environment.

Agricultural ScienceGraham Centre

‘Trust the science’ is not enough to shift the anti-vax dial
OPINION  2 Mar 2021

‘Trust the science’ is not enough to shift the anti-vax dial

Research at Charles Sturt University suggests a conceptual shift in communication strategies holds potential to improve public health through more directly and accurately addressing anti-vaccination concerns.

ILWSCommunication and Creative IndustriesSociety and Community

There are 2.5 million reasons to rethink our connection to wildlife
OPINION  2 Mar 2021

video-icon There are 2.5 million reasons to rethink our connection to wildlife

A Charles Sturt academic said there are now 2.5 million reasons to reaffirm our connection with wildlife ahead of World Wildlife Day on Wednesday 3 March.

Animal and Veterinary scienceCharles Sturt UniversityILWS

Indigenous recognition is a matter of political equality
OPINION  26 Feb 2021

Indigenous recognition is a matter of political equality

In this Conversation article, Professor Dominic O’Sullivan argues that the Commonwealth’s recent proposals for a Voice to Government have provided a new way of thinking about the meaning of political equality.

IndigenousSociety and Community

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