Sound Fair? New research provides vital snapshot of Australia’s art music commissioning landscape

Music Australia has today released a new report examining the commissioning environment faced by Australian creators of art music, providing the sector’s first comprehensive snapshot in more than a decade. Sound Fair? An analysis of art music commissioning in Australia takes a comprehensive look at commissioning practices across the art music […]
STEPS Garden Centre invites kids to creative school holiday workshops

Families looking for fun and meaningful school holiday activities are invited to STEPS Garden Centre in Caloundra, where two hands-on workshops are set to spark creativity and a love for gardening in young minds. The popular Fairy Garden Workshop returns on Wednesday 14 January, inviting children to design their own miniature magical world using […]
Coffee waste helps make lower carbon concrete
RMIT researchers are advancing new ways to cut the carbon footprint of infrastructure by turning everyday organic waste into useful construction materials. A life-cycle analysis has shown, for the first time, that biochar made from spent coffee grounds can help produce a lower‑carbon concrete while supporting strength benefits seen in […]
Licence to kill cancer: $17m boost to supercharge ‘spy’ cells
A bold plan to supercharge immune cell ‘spies’ to better seek out and kill cancer cells has received a $17 million funding boost from the Australian Government. The WEHI-led project focuses on dendritic or ‘James Bond’ cells, which play a pivotal role in intelligence-gathering for our immune system, and aims […]
The Global Role of Australia: An Overview of Its Influence in International Affairs

Australia’s geographic location and relatively small population might suggest a minor role in global affairs, but the nation’s impact on the world stage is undeniable. As a middle power with strong economic, diplomatic, and military ties, Australia has consistently influenced global trends and international relations. Economically, Australia’s wealth of natural […]
Monash expert: Banning genetic discrimination in life insurance
The Federal Government today introduced legislation to ban life insurers from discriminating against applicants based on genetic testing. This is the culmination of a decade of advocacy by Monash legal and genomic expert Dr Jane Tiller, who has worked closely with the government on the reform, including leading a three-year research […]
Arabian Knight: A Hidden Gem Worth Calling the Best Restaurant in Ubud
Arabian Knight is a cozy Middle Eastern spot in the heart of Ubud, offering authentic flavors, fully halal dishes, and warm hospitality that makes every visit feel memorable. With its inviting ambience, warm spices in the air, and a menu crafted from traditional recipes, it’s the perfect place to enjoy […]
Aussies share their phone with their partners, but nearly half delete content they would rather keep private
A new report into smartphone sharing has found that while the majority of Australians share their phone with their partner, almost half (40%) are deleting content to maintain their privacy, while nearly a third (28%) turn off their location services at certain points. These findings form part of new research […]
New platform to change the story of pancreatic cancer research
A game-changing digital platform is bringing together patients, clinicians and researchers to accelerate breakthroughs in pancreatic cancer treatment. Spearheaded by WEHI researchers, the PURPLE Translational Platform is a centralised online hub designed to support the development of new approaches to treating the disease and improve patient access to clinical trials. […]
UNSW tops the nation in social impact and environmental rankings
The University is the top-ranked institution in Australia in the new QS World University Rankings: Sustainability. UNSW Sydney has climbed to the top spot in Australia and Oceania in the 2026 QS Sustainability Rankings. The University climbed five spots to become the top-ranked university in Australia and is now tied […]