Pandemic-driven shift to online learning ‘had pros and cons’ For some students, but certainly not all, ‘this version of learning is way better than anything that existed before’ By John Ross 24 May
Australian accounts ‘exaggerating Covid impact’ Institutions accused of ‘opportunism’ over job cuts By John Ross 24 May
Some international students ‘at risk of modern slavery’ Issues for universities to address stretch beyond the supply chain, says Sydney statement By John Ross 24 May
Limited relief for universities in New Zealand budget Underwhelming increases in teaching subsidies and student benefits, while research misses out By John Ross 20 May
Australian university aims for ‘below-zero’ carbon emissions ANU vows to be a negative net emitter by the end of the decade, as Adelaide unveils the panels and batteries powering its country campus By John Ross 20 May
Research grant veto powers need guidance, Australian scholars say Researchers press for ministerial code of conduct amid fears that latest political intervention may never be resolved By John Ross 20 May
Recruitment agents ‘closing Australia desks’ in China Resurgent student flows set to bypass Australia and New Zealand as education agents in most regions usher clients to more welcoming countries By John Ross 18 May
Research universities ‘at risk’ from ‘gig economy’ training model Nobel prizewinner Brian Schmidt warns that remaining institutions would become ‘bastions of the elite’ By Simon Baker 18 May
Australian visa system ‘favours China’ Efforts to recruit a diverse student mix undermined by policy paradox, as visa applicants from many countries are viewed with suspicion By John Ross 16 May
Australian Labor plans loan extensions for student entrepreneurs Universities out of the budget spotlight, as attention turns to training and commercial research By John Ross 13 May
Marcia Devlin: beating sexism with attitude Tips from the top of a sector that insists on preserving its male dominance offered in Australian consultant’s guide By John Ross 13 May
Australian state seeks to go solo on return of overseas students New South Wales proposal could have international learners on campuses in time for second semester By John Ross 13 May
