More First Nations people in parliament matters. Here’s why.
13 May 2019
Few First Nations candidates have succeeded in getting elected to parliament, but it is clear that when they do, they can make a substantial difference.
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How can the NDIS be more effective?
How can the NDIS be more effective?
13 May 2019
The National Disability Insurance Scheme needs a lot more work for it to be truly inclusive, says Director Engagement of the UNSW Disability Innovation Institute, Rosemary Kayess.
Changing negative gearing: what it means for renters
Changing negative gearing: what it means for renters
10 May 2019
Reforms to the negative gearing and capital gains tax rules will improve housing affordability for renters, says Professor Hal Pawson at UNSW Built Environment.
Sydney Writers’ Festival ticks the boxes for journalism intern
Sydney Writers’ Festival ticks the boxes for journalism intern
10 May 2019
In a three-month internship, UNSW Media and Communications student Claire Keenan developed valuable skills for her career.
Low cost way to explore groundwater resources could be game changer
Low cost way to explore groundwater resources could be game changer
10 May 2019
UNSW Sydney water engineers have revealed that investigating and managing groundwater resources more sustainably can be achieved at lower cost by using existing Earth and atmospheric tidal data.
UNSW Business School ranked 1st in the world for Risk and Actuarial studies
UNSW Business School ranked 1st in the world for Risk and Actuarial studies
10 May 2019
UNSW Business School has topped the new Global Research Rankings of Actuarial Science and Risk Management & Insurance.
Ancient Rome inspired Washington but its legacy of being open to all has fallen into oblivion
Ancient Rome inspired Washington but its legacy of being open to all has fallen into oblivion
10 May 2019
Ancient Rome and its empire had the concept of asylum at its heart. Its legacy provided inspiration for centres of power around the world, but today outsiders are no longer welcome.
Vital Signs: When it came to the surplus, both Bill and Scott were having a lend
Vital Signs: When it came to the surplus, both Bill and Scott were having a lend
10 May 2019
The state of budget-balance fetishism in Australia means political leaders promise to balance the budget, no matter what.
Culture clubs: why sporting culture is vital for wellbeing
Culture clubs: why sporting culture is vital for wellbeing
10 May 2019
Being part of a sporting club is not just about the time spent on the field each week. A sense of belonging is just as important for members.
Founders of UNSW Law receive honorary doctorates
Founders of UNSW Law receive honorary doctorates
09 May 2019
Anthony Blackshield and Richard Chisholm have been awarded UNSW’s highest honour in recognition of their contributions to the law.