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Universities called out for improper use of gag clauses

The student watchdog is pushing to end overly strict confidentiality clauses when complaints are made, with almost half of universities applying gag orders.

AAP · Mar 16

What is ‘health at every size’ lifestyle counselling? How does it compare with weight-focused treatments?

Health at every size (or HAES) is a lifestyle counselling approach that promotes mindful eating and lifestyle behaviours to pursue health and wellness, without focusing on weight loss. Weight loss is seen as a beneficial side effect, rather than a goal.

The Conversation · Sep 16, 2024

Albanese calls Joyce’s bullet comment ‘a new low’ – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Jul 29, 2024

NSW vice-chancellors get big pay bumps despite universities plunging into the red

Critics say million-dollar salaries are ‘wildly out of touch’ as annual reports show some academic chiefs got $200,000 raise last year

The Guardian - AU · May 31, 2023

Running gels and protein powders can be convenient boosts for athletes – but be sure to read the label

Personal bests, competition wins, new challenges – athletes, and particularly endurance athletes, tend to want to push themselves hard to perform. So it makes sense that there is a big interest in sports supplements, like running gels and protein powders.

The Conversation · Apr 13, 2023

The microplastics time-bomb in our bodies

Scientists are warning against grave long-term consequences.

360info · Feb 6, 2023

Gap years: Learning loss and COVID

The class of 2020-2022 will forever be defined by COVID-19. The impact of the pandemic students and teachers continue to this day.

360info · Jan 22, 2023

Australia’s disadvantaged students excel in post-COVID test

Students around the world suffered from learning loss due to COVID-19 but disadvantaged children in Australian schools bucked the trend.

360info · Jan 22, 2023

What role does cultural background play in loans from the bank of mum and dad?

A family's cultural background and migratory history can play a role in how and why loans are given, as well as the sometimes unspoken terms and conditions.

ABC News · Dec 14, 2022

Road trip could deliver solar-powered cars

Cheap and lightweight solar cells from a printer could fuel cars and homes in future, an inventor says, after an electric vehicle test around Australia.

AAP · Nov 30, 2022