ICAC told UOW Chancellor Michael Still opposed advertising senior role

The state’s corruption watchdog has heard University of Wollongong’s (UOW) chancellor opposed advertising a proposed executive role earmarked for the woman at the centre of allegations about biased recruiting. The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) inquiry has been told UOW chief governance officer Alyssa White helped friends with their job applications and leaked interview questions….

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Universities could lose accreditation for funding with failure to commit to addressing antisemitism

Australian universities have been warned they risk losing accreditation for government funding if they fail to commit to addressing antisemitism, under new laws that come into force next month. “From 15 July, the university threshold standards will require universities to demonstrate the action they are taking to prevent and respond to antisemitism and other forms…

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Scientists baffled at 60 per cent drop in migrating whale sightings off South West of WA

Whale numbers spotted along Western Australia’s coastal migration path have reportedly fallen by 60 per cent, leaving marine scientists and tourism operators speculating on an unconfirmed threat to the humpback population. WA’s coastline is a critical migration route for several whale species, with humpbacks making their northward migration to their breeding grounds between June and…

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Thunderbirds co-captain to lead ‘connected’ team for Super Netball Grand Final

A culture of camaraderie combined with good recruitment has elevated the Adelaide Thunderbirds into competing for their third premiership in four years, co-captain Georgie Horjus says. The team is preparing to visit Victoria and play the decider against the Melbourne Vixens on Saturday night at the John Cain Arena. “We’ve been building over the years,”…

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TGA warns several sexual enhancement supplements contain hidden prescription drugs

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued a warning for consumers using sexual enhancement products after an investigation found several brands contained hidden amounts of viagra and other prescription-only drugs. The TGA tested 11 products that claimed to be dietary or natural formulas, and found they contained undeclared prescription drugs with the substances sildenafil, commonly…

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