Slower ageing, but slower economic growth: the Intergenerational Report in 7 charts
25 Aug 2023
The latest Intergenerational Report shows Australia less old than it was going to be, but poorer. And eventually needing to pay more tax.
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How dangerous is extreme heat to humans?
How dangerous is extreme heat to humans?
25 Aug 2023
Heat is the silent killer of thousands each year and is only going to get worse.
Trampling plants, damaging rock art, risking your life: taking selfies in nature has a cost
Trampling plants, damaging rock art, risking your life: taking selfies in nature has a cost
25 Aug 2023
It’s not always “worth it for the ‘gram”. People risk life, limb, and the environment for a selfie – and land managers can’t keep up.
Why your tax refund this year may have shrunk
Why your tax refund this year may have shrunk
24 Aug 2023
Filing tax returns can lead to a tax refund – but due to changes in tax laws this year, your refund might be smaller than anticipated.
Microorganism that causes rare but severe eye infections detected in NSW coastal areas: study
Microorganism that causes rare but severe eye infections detected in NSW coastal areas: study
24 Aug 2023
Swimmers should take off contact lenses before entering the water to avoid picking up an Acanthamoeba infection, according to the researchers.
NHMRC Partnership Project grants awarded to UNSW researchers
NHMRC Partnership Project grants awarded to UNSW researchers
24 Aug 2023
More than $4 million in new funding will help form closer UNSW Sydney research partnerships.
UNSW researchers awarded 2023 Eureka Prizes
UNSW researchers awarded 2023 Eureka Prizes
24 Aug 2023
The Waterbirds Aerial Survey Team, led by Richard Kingsford, Toby Walsh and Jodi Rowley have received prestigious 2023 Eureka Prizes.
With COVID now endemic, modelling suggests targeted protection will be more effective than blanket measures
With COVID now endemic, modelling suggests targeted protection will be more effective than blanket measures
24 Aug 2023
As COVID finds its equilibrium, infection rates will rise and fall, influenced by seasons, school holidays and new subvariants. Managing the risk is complex and needs to be cost-effective.
More marine heatwaves could spell disaster for ocean life
More marine heatwaves could spell disaster for ocean life
23 Aug 2023
Marine heatwaves are becoming more frequent under global warming and this is having a significant impact on species’ ability to recover.
Katharine Kemp wins AFR Higher Education Emerging Leader Award
Katharine Kemp wins AFR Higher Education Emerging Leader Award
23 Aug 2023
The UNSW Sydney Law & Justice academic was recognised at the 2023 awards, along with UNSW finalists in the Community Engagement and Employability categories.