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Peter Dutton declares Welcome to Country ceremonies are ‘overdone’ in heated final leaders’ debate

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton have had their fourth and final leaders’ debate of the campaign. The skirmish, hosted by 7News in Sydney, was moderated by 7’s Political Editor Mark Riley.

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Second leaders’ debate is a tame affair befitting a ‘deeply uninspiring’ campaign

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton have had their second showdown of the 2025 federal election campaign. The debate, hosted by the ABC, was moderated by David Speers in the national broadcaster’s studios in Western Sydney.

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Western Sydney University Data Breach Sees Personal Info Stolen From 10,000 Students

The uni is in the process of contacting the 10,000 current and former students impacted by the breach.

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10 essential books to read on Australia Day – our expert picks

A barbecue, a protest … or a good book? We asked some of our leading historians to choose an essential Australia Day read. Here are the works they consider crucial to understanding our culture and history.

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ANU student reinstated after declaring Hamas support

An ANU student who called for unconditional support for Hamas was reinstated at the university on appeal after being expelled, a parliamentary inquiry was told.

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'Criminals for hire' tied to anti-Semitic attack spree

Police are still scrambling to determine who is masterminding an escalating spate of anti-Semitic crimes, despite making a series of arrests.

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Women spend more of their money on health care than men. And no, it’s not just about ‘women’s issues’

Medicare, Australia’s universal health insurance scheme, guarantees all Australians access to a wide range of health and hospital services at low or no cost.

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More than 300 Australian university executives make more money than state premiers, report reveals

Union says average vice-chancellor gets paid almost double the prime minister, with salaries seemingly ‘plucked from thin air’

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Two students charged after pro-Palestine protest at Western Sydney University

Two protesters, aged 24 and 21, arrested after allegedly assaulting campus security

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What is reproductive health leave and why do we need it?

Time off work to deal with IVF, menopause, gender transition treatments, vasectomies and other reproductive health issues would be enshrined in all workplace awards if a national union campaign succeeds.

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‘International students have been scapegoats’: three perspectives on Australia’s proposed overseas student caps

The federal government’s higher education reforms have attracted criticism from across the sector

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Aussies want AI restrictions, though most don't use it

Generative AI tools are a concern for a growing number of Australians, a report has found, even though only two in five have tried the technology.

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Faster, stronger … smarter? New research shows the importance of brain training for junior athletes

“Look for the gap!” “Move into space!” “Who’s free?”

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Reading, writing and … disinformation: should schoolchildren be taught media literacy like maths?

Less than half of Australian children and teens think they can tell real news stories from fake. So how well are we preparing them for a new media world order?

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University staff, students caught in cyber attack

Western Sydney University has contacted around 7500 staff and students caught up in a cyber attack dating back to May 2023.

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Kerala Agricultural University eyes stronger ties with Australia’s Western Sydney University

The Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) is planning to expand its collaboration with the Western Sydney University, Australia.

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Women want to see the same health provider during pregnancy, birth and beyond

In theory, pregnant women in Australia can choose the type of health provider they see during pregnancy, labour and after they give birth. But this is often dependent on where you live and how much you can afford in out-of-pocket costs.

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Why eating disorder treatments only work half the time, according to a psychologist

No single treatment will work for all people with eating disorders. Even the most highly researched evidence-based treatment may work for some people, but less so for others. When such treatments do not work, it can provoke anxiety.

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Western Sydney University tops global sustainability rankings

Western Sydney University is the world's top institution for sustainability after topping the Times Higher Education's Impact Rankings.

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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

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Australian universities split on using new tool to detect AI plagiarism

Turnitin claims its device is 98% accurate but some institutions are concerned about not having enough time to make a decision

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Experts voice concerns over university’s links to Indian health ministry ‘selling snake oil’

Western Sydney University says its partnership with the Ministry of Ayush will ‘advance the scientific base of Ayurveda’

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Experts raise doubts over uni's Indian medicine partnership

Western Sydney University is linked with body promoting unproven COVID cures.

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How the NSW government can still benefit from developer money despite political donations ban

Property developers are banned from making political donations in NSW but can legally become major patrons of important government projects

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What it takes to stop misinformation

Much like the US Capitol riots, Brazil’s violent uprising shows how quickly misinformation can degrade a democracy.

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