Research in the news

Following the introduction of new government measures to tackle the teacher shortage, Professor Kim Beswick from the Gonski Institute believes there is more to be done (particularly as it concerns impacted rural and regional schools) emphasising "I think we really need to change the narrative". 

Self-described "scentsmith" Associate Professor Ainsley Walker from the School of Built Environment discusses how her "nose-led" approach to life has underpinned her art practice of creating immersive and transportive installations [segment starting 2:06:10].

Professor Heidi Norman from the Indigenous Land and Justice Research Group in the School of Humanities & Languages shares insights gleaned from a recent symposium exploring how clean energy can support First Nations communities, describing it as "an incredible opening up of opportunities" [segment starting 7:26].

While 25% of apartment dwellers are families, very few Sydney units offer more than two bedrooms. Professor Philip Oldfield from the School of Built Environment expresses concern over "this mismatch", emphasising "how profoundly this demographic is not being accommodated for in our housing provision."

Amid 50 NSW school catchment shifts in the last year alone, Professor Chris Pettit from the City Futures Research Centre explains the economic and housing implications, explaining how "not all schools are equal when it comes to what it means for property value."

Experts, advocates and survivors across Australia are weighing in on new government measures introduced to address male violence against women. Speaking to the root of the issue, research co-authored by Dr Michael Salter from the School of Social Sciences has identified alcohol, gambling and pornography as proponents of male violence. 

Should we be renaming rivers to reflect their Aboriginal names? Emeritus Professor Grace Karskens from the School of Humanities & Languages discusses her discovery of an overlooked archive from 1829 and its significance to "landscapes of memory". 

Local councils across Sydney are reimagining and repurposing buildings deemed to be lacking in heritage value. Dr Cristina Garduño Freeman from the School of Built Environment weighs in on the existing framework of evaluation and considers how the significance of heritage areas could change with time. 

From navigating interpersonal relationships to broader society, Associate Professor Michaelis Michael from the School of Humanities & Languages explains the importance of learning how to argue effectively. He shares some tips and points to examples of good communicators. 

Professor Brigitta Olubas from the School of the Arts & Media discusses her new co-authored book of letters penned over forty years by two of Australia's literary greats. She details the origins of their unique friendship and reflects on what we can learn from their prolific correspondence. 

The government has announced new funding and measures aimed at tackling intimate partner violence. Dr Michael Salter from the School of Social Sciences weighs in on the efficacy of these commitments, describing them as "a step in the right direction" [segment starting 06:45].

Australia is facing a teacher shortage, with droves of experienced educators leaving the profession. Professor Scott Eacott from the Gonski Institute and School of Education explains how “outside of school factors” like housing and transportation costs have exacerbated this issue.