Most Australians support paying more tax to fix the nation’s scandal-plagued aged care system, a survey has revealed. The Australian National University study involved 3200 respondents, with 85.4 per cent backing an aged care improvement levy. “A third of those in favour, ...

India could “rethink” its vital relationship with Australia if the Morrison government’s travel ban drags on, an expert has warned. Australian industries have been encouraged to strengthen their ties with India after significant trade tensions with China. But the higher education sector ...

Retirement. It’s a time most people look forward to with bliss. It’s traditionally been the time when the mortgage is paid, the kids are finally off your back, and one can look forward to sipping wine while watching the sun ...

Australia’s top-ranked university has joined the list of institutions hit hard by plunging revenue, with The Australian National University recording a $162.4 million operating deficit for 2020.  Vice-chancellor Professor Brian Schmidt released the 2020 financial results on Friday, with the ...

An expert witness who gave evidence during the 2019 judicial inquiry into the convictions of Kathleen Folbigg has voiced her disappointment at the NSW Court of Appeal’s decision to uphold the 2019 findings. Australian National University Professor Carola Vinuesa, department head ...

An Australian National University study has conceded the online war on drugs may never be won despite ongoing attempts from law enforcement agencies to disrupt networks selling lethal synthetic opioids. The dark web is a hidden collective of internet sites only accessible ...

New analysis from the Australian National University shows resistance and hesitancy towards a COVID-19 vaccination is growing in Australia. The study is based on a longitudinal survey of 3,500 Australians that tracked individuals’ responses prior to the pandemic taking place, ...

The Australian National University's vice-chancellor Professor Brian Schmidt delivered his ‘State of the University 2021’ address this week, describing how critical universities are to Australian democracy and four of the institution’s top goals for 2025. Situated in Australia’s capital, Schmidt ...

The Australian National University has appointed Professor Michelle Ryan as the inaugural director of the university’s Global Institute for Women’s Leadership (GIWL). The institute was founded and chaired by former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard and is the first “sister” ...

Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, Singapore and Switzerland are home to some of the most international universities in the world. That’s according to the newest edition of a Times Higher Education ranking, based on data collected from its World University ...