There's danger in the numbers
Can the Reserve Bank of Australia put the inflation genie back in the bottle?
Are we facing an online identity crisis?
Eye-opening insights from the latest event in UOW's Luminaries webinar series.
Beyond the shoreline
How three women are making waves in ocean law and policy
Wheelchair racing legend Louise Sauvage receives Honorary Doctorate
Australia’s most revered Para-athlete recognised for outstanding contributions to sport and disability advocacy
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Articles
Business and Economy
Don’t let HECS–HELP reform lead us down a slippery slope
Proposed government changes to the HECS-HELP system aim to reduce the indexation rate on student loans by tying it to the lower of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or the Wage Price Index (WPI). While it is welcome relief for those with student debt, could it ultimately do more harm than good?
Law, Politics and Society
How do recent defamation cases impact press freedom?
Two recent high profile defamation cases have shone a spotlight on the media's use of the truth defence in Australia.
Business and Economy
There's danger in the numbers
As the Reserve Bank of Australia attempts to curb inflation, now could be the perfect time for the government to step in and lend a hand, writes Dr Paul Mazzola.
Research
Are we facing an online identity crisis?
In today’s hyperconnected world, the never-ending cycle of selfies, filtering, posting, and checking for likes and comments is almost second nature. But what’s the cost to our sense of identity, self-worth and mental health?
Law, Politics and Society
Beyond the shoreline
The Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources & Security at UOW is at the forefront of ocean law and policy, maritime security, and marine resources management. Meet three of the researchers who are making waves behind the scenes.
Alumni
Wheelchair racing legend Louise Sauvage receives Honorary Doctorate
Louise Sauvage has always been driven by a philosophy of “see an opportunity and take it”.