CDU alumnus wins national human rights award, pushes for Australia-wide legislation
A Charles Darwin University (CDU) alumnus has received top honours at the Australian Human Rights Commission’s awards gala, using his acceptance speech to push for nationalised human rights legislation.
‘Knockout Violence’: First women’s-only trauma-focused boxing program launches in Darwin
A new program aimed at empowering victim-survivors of domestic violence through sport has launched in the Northern Territory, with Darwin welcoming its first women’s-only trauma-focused boxing program, ‘Knockout Violence.’
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Global network of ocean robots endorsed by UNESCO
A fleet of ocean robots will sail the seas collecting data to improve weather and climate forecasting, maritime security awareness, survey wildlife and more after a global network of this technology was endorsed by UNESCO.
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From the Top End to the gaming world: CDU Alumni’s ‘Hex Bound’ receives national recognition
The Northern Territory’s (NT) burgeoning gaming scene has received a major boost, with two young alumni from Charles Darwin University (CDU) awarded a total $40,000 in Screen Australia and Screen Territory funding to bring their game 'Hex Bound' to life.
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CDU leads nation as first pharmacy graduates earn ‘Doctor of Pharmacy’ title
Charles Darwin University (CDU) pharmacy graduates have become the first in Australia to be awarded the title of ‘Doctor of Pharmacy’ following accreditation changes announced by the Federal Government in late 2024.
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Discover your local university’s campus at Alice Springs Open Day
Charles Darwin University (CDU) Alice Springs campus is inviting the Alice Springs community to explore and discover their local university.
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New study finds heat and cold exposure costing Australian workforce $94 million annually
Exposure to heat and cold is costing Australian workers and employers an estimated $94 million a year, with heat-related occupational injuries and illnesses (OIIs) projected to rise more than 25 per cent by 2050.
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Charles Darwin University TAFE launches transnational training in Timor-Leste
Charles Darwin University (CDU) TAFE has officially launched its first offshore aged care training program in Timor-Leste, delivering the Certificate III in Individual Support on location as part of its expanding international engagement.
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How a gender study could help the NT reach its budget goals
A first-of-its-kind study series led by Charles Darwin University (CDU) is set to put the spotlight on gender equity and diversity and may help the Northern Territory reach its financial goals.
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Keep calm and carry on: Can Australian nurses really be ready for anything?
Australian nurses have responded to hundreds of disaster events over the last six years, but new research led by Charles Darwin University (CDU) suggests they still aren’t ready for the impact of catastrophe.
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