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Many Indigenous people now study and teach at Australian universities – but they are still excluded
When I graduated from high school more than 25 years ago, I received a phone cal...
Tristan Kennedy 23 Oct 2026
Noongar Elder Robert Isaacs recognised with honorary doctorate
Noongar Elder and community leader Robert Isaacs has received an honorary doctor...
Jackson Clark 19 Oct 2026
$1 million bequest supports First Nations medical students
A $1 million bequest from two sisters is helping First Nations medical students...
Jackson Clark 16 Oct 2026
Muloobinba House to honour Awabakal history in Newcastle
The University of Newcastle has named its new city-centre student accommodation...
Jackson Clark 28 Sep 2026
University of New South Wales launches new Indigenous Strategy
The University of New South Wales has launched a new Indigenous strategy aimed a...
Jackson Clark 28 Sep 2026
Professor Mark Rose appointed Australian Tertiary Education Commission First Nations Commissioner

Professor Mark Rose AM has been appointed First Nations Commissioner of the Australian Tertiary Education Commission (ATEC). Professor Rose brings more than four decades of Indigenous education experi...

Callan Morse Callan Morse Aug 6, 2026
Oorala Aboriginal Centre celebrates 40 years at University of New England

It's been 40 years since the Oorala Aboriginal Centre opened its doors at the University of New England, becoming one of the first centres of its kind in the country.

Jarred Cross Jarred Cross Mar 24, 2026
'UE Success' sees Māori and Pacific students making gains after COVID disruption

Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland's effort to lift university entrance success for Māori and Pacific secondary learners continues to gain momentum.

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Mar 15, 2026
Waipapa Taumata Rau initiative builds pathways toward equity in tertiary education

Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland has reported record Māori and Pacific school leaver enrolments following the launch of its University Entrance (UE) Success Plan.

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Rebekah Rasmussen Nov 14, 2025
Tailor tertiary scholarships for marginalised students

Multi-year scholarships are now open to First Nations applicants who identify as LGBTQIA+ and considering or pursuing full-time study at TAFE or public university campuses in 2026.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Jul 30, 2025
NTEU slams University of Divinity for closing its School of Indigenous Studies

The National Tertiary Education Union is "appalled" at the decision by the University of Divinity to discontinue its School of Indigenous Studies.

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Brendan Foster Jul 23, 2024
Cultural connection fuels Katrina Chippendale's academic journey

An unknown culture, single motherhood, and an unfinished high school education could have meant forgotten dreams for Katrina Chippendale. However meeting her long-lost great uncle Eddie Mabo changed h...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jul 8, 2024
Snapshot reveals “critical role” of independent training providers in supporting Indigenous students

A new report has highlighted the need for policymakers to utilise the strengths of both independent and public skills training providers to engage more Indigenous people in skills training, according...

Callan Morse Callan Morse Mar 19, 2024
Pacific Islands push for more uni students in Australia

Going to university in Australia could become simpler for Pacific Islanders if they are considered domestic students. The high commissioner for Samoa, Hinauri Petana, told federal politicians the crip...

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Esther Linder Feb 12, 2024
University of Sydney program sees future Indigenous scholars explore tertiary life

More than 100 Indigenous students from around Australia have spent a week living at the University of Sydney preparing for a potential future in higher education.

Callan Morse Callan Morse Feb 1, 2024
Growth in Indigenous tertiary education enrolments, however graduation gap remains

A new report by Universities Australia has highlighted strong growth in Indigenous enrolments but has laid bare the difficulties faced by First Nations university students in graduating.

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Declan Brennan Jul 11, 2023
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