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Latrobe University drink spiking research seeks sexual violence prevention

Sexual assault support services say only 10 per cent of women report drink spiking. Now researchers are looking into why it's happening and what can be done about it.

ABC News · Jul 22, 2022

COVID-19 information on Victorian government websites was often inaccessible, study finds

The COVID-19 public health information material on two critical Victorian government websites rarely met federal government accessibility guidelines, a La Trobe University study finds.

ABC News · Jun 8, 2022

Below the Line: How might our new, more diverse parliament change Australia and the Asia-Pacific? – podcast

Right from the outset, it is clear Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s agenda is very different to his predecessor Scott Morrison’s – from emphasising his commitment to fighting climate change to foreign leaders in Tokyo, to displaying the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags at his Parliament House press conferences.

The Conversation · May 26, 2022

'It's shown me how independent I can be' – housing designed for people with disabilities reduces the help needed

The federal government has been warning that the rising cost of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is unsustainable. More than a third of NDIS funding is spent on in-house support provided to 5% of NDIS participants with the highest needs.

The Conversation · May 2, 2022

Is current space law equipped to handle a new era of shifting power structures in space? The Conversation Weekly podcast transcript

This is a transcript of The Conversation Weekly podcast episode: Ukraine invasion threatens international collaboration in space – is current space law equipped to handle a new era of shifting power structures?, published on April 27, 2022.

The Conversation · Apr 29, 2022

Researchers say dingo genetic breakthrough sheds light on controversial lineage

Researchers are claiming a major breakthrough in cracking the genetic code of an iconic Australian animal that has been the source of controversy for years.

ABC News · Apr 23, 2022

The Australian Ballet is busting myths about injuries, and helping athletes from other codes overcome theirs

From miracle recoveries in Aussie Rules to changing the way the dance world thinks about fitness, the Australian ballet scene is causing waves — and other sports could learn a thing or two from their lead.

ABC News · Apr 16, 2022

Below the Line: What role will gender play in the federal election campaign? – podcast

When will Prime Minister Scott Morrison call the election? And could this be the long-awaited campaign when women take the driver’s seat?

The Conversation · Apr 8, 2022

Below the Line: introducing The Conversation's new election podcast, hosted by Jon Faine

From the polls to party spin to election promises, Below the Line is a limited-edition podcast unpacking party lines and policies during the 2022 Australian federal election campaign.

The Conversation · Apr 4, 2022

Which university is safest? This is how every Australian uni performed in a survey about sexual violence and harassment

A survey investigating sexual harassment and sexual assault among students across 39 Australian universities reveals some institutions are recording results three times the national average. All 39 universities have been collated and ranked here.

ABC News · Mar 24, 2022