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175 years of university architecture reflects Australian history. We shouldn’t let that history be lost

Half a decade ago, Australian universities were thrust into an international experiment in online learning and working. Suddenly, bricks and mortar campuses seemed redundant.

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In 2024, engineers turned 140,000 coffees’ worth of used grounds into concrete; the 30-cubic-metre footpath saved more than 3 tons of sand

Coffee concrete: Spent coffee grounds were transformed into biochar for a Pakenham footpath project. This innovation replaced river sand, diverting waste from landfills. Researchers developed a low-energy process to create the biochar material. The project utilized two tonnes of biochar derived from 140,000 coffees.

The Economic Times

In 2021, Australia's RMIT helped Coles put 900,000 pieces of soft plastic into concrete. 1 year later, another Coles development was set to reuse 6.5 million pieces through Polyrok

RMIT University developed Polyrok, a plastic aggregate from recycled soft plastics. This innovative material was first used commercially at a Coles car park in Horsham. A larger application was announced for a Coles supermarket development at Cobblebank. This project recycled over 6.5 million pieces of soft plastic through Polyrok.

The Economic Times

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Australia’s first fashion library’s rule for borrowers? No stylists allowed

Being able to touch and examine garments in person can be a vital source of inspiration for designers. Now a collection which does just that has relocated from Europe to Melbourne

The Guardian - AU

RMIT engineers mixed 1% recycled cigarette butts into fired-clay bricks, and the bricks matched standard strength while cutting firing energy by 10%

In Melbourne, engineers are pioneering a groundbreaking technique to integrate discarded cigarette butts into building bricks. This eco-friendly innovation looks to recycle billions of cigarette filters each year, creating bricks that are not only structurally sound but also require less energy to produce. By firing the bricks at high temperatures,…

The Economic Times

In 2019, RMIT researchers fired clay bricks mixed with treated sewage sludge; a 25% biosolids batch cut firing energy by 48.6% while passing strength tests

Researchers are exploring ways to recycle sewage sludge into building materials. Mixing biosolids into clay significantly cuts the energy needed for brick firing. This process helps reduce landfill waste and the environmental impact of construction. Studies show sludge can either maintain or improve brick strength depending on conditions. These innovations…

The Economic Times

In 2022, RMIT tested shredded masks, rubber gloves and isolation gowns in concrete; gloves raised strength by up to 22% and masks by up to 17%

RMIT University researchers discovered shredded personal protective equipment strengthens concrete. Rubber gloves increased concrete strength by twenty-two percent in early studies. Face masks also boosted compressive strength by up to seventeen percent. This innovation offers a circular economy solution for discarded healthcare waste. The findings could lead to stronger building…

The Economic Times

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In 2021, RMIT tested shredded face masks with recycled concrete for road bases; 1 kilometer could use 3 million masks and divert 93 tonnes from landfill

Engineers from Australia have introduced an innovative strategy for converting used face masks into construction materials for roads. This forward-thinking approach aims to tackle the substantial landfill waste created by disposable masks during the pandemic, with a single kilometer of pavement needing nearly three million masks. Nonetheless, ongoing research is…

The Economic Times

Earlier this year, RMIT engineers tested kestrel-inspired robots against turbulent winds in 2 studies. Today, their findings show that pairing wing and tail movements can boost lift and reduce instability in small aircraft

Inspired by the remarkable aerial skills of Australian falcons, scientists are developing innovative robotic designs for aircraft. These birds are adept at navigating strong winds, leading researchers to construct kestrel-like robots aimed at testing stability and wing adjustments. This initiative promises to enhance the safety and reliability of small unmanned…

The Economic Times

One ingredient offers recipe for cheaper green hydrogen

By tweaking one substance used to create green hydrogen, researchers say they could unlock more of the fuel's potential.

AAP

Your next water bottle might not even need filling – pulling water from the air instead

Scientists have created a sponge-like material that harvests litres of drinking water straight from the air, even in surprisingly dry conditions

RMIT drops misconduct case against student who accused university of being ‘complicit in Gaza genocide’

Exclusive: Move comes after Guardian Australia revealed Gemma Seymour was facing potential suspension over video criticising RMIT’s ties to weapons companies

The Guardian - AU

Student claiming RMIT is ‘complicit in genocide’ in social media post faces misconduct action

Student accused of sharing a video of the university’s defence and aerospace research centre with the RMIT Students for Palestine Instagram account

The Guardian - AU

Bumpy path predicted for self-driving cars in Australia

Australia could cut emissions and car parks by introducing self-driving cars, but the technology could also have unexpected negative effects on roads.

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Carbon credit rewards MIA for Indigenous stewards

Rules that ensure carbon credits only go to new emissions removal could be penalising the long-term conservation efforts of First Nations people.

AAP

Remote communities still lagging in digital world

While digital participation is increasing in remote communities, significant barriers remain for Indigenous people to get online, a study has found.

AAP

Next-Gen designers fish for the future at Fashion Week

From Barbie-inspired womenswear to post-climate crisis clothing, student designers make their debuts at Melbourne Fashion Week.

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Qantas leak could cost airline billions, increase scams

Qantas is facing heavy fines after data it held on about one in three frequent flyer members was leaked online, despite efforts to reduce its spread.

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How vulnerable are Australia’s cities to extreme heat? Explore our maps

Exclusive: Residents of western Sydney and outer suburbs of Melbourne are at particular risk of high temperatures, data shows

The Conversation

Victoria is on the cusp of signing a Treaty with Indigenous people. It could change lives

Victoria is on the brink of making history. This week, after years of negotiations, the state government tabled a landmark Treaty Bill in parliament.

AAP

Unis think creatively to stamp out gendered violence

University students and staff who experience gender-based violence on campus will soon have clearer pathways to make a complaint and seek support.

International Business Times UK

Mushroom Trial In Australia Has Turned Aussie Town Into A Global Spectacle Similar To 'Taylor Swift Eras Tour'

The town of Morwell has found itself at the centre of the 'mushroom trial' as the case has turned the place into a media hotspot.

AAP

Check before you chuck: how bigger labels can end waste

Clearer and bigger fonts and icons on packaging labels could prevent Australian households discarding about $2500 a year in edible food.

The Guardian - AU

A new room for a doomed loom – and the battle to save Australia’s slowly dying crafts

When a university’s rare weaving device was destined for the skip, a collective of artists, teachers and students united to rescue it. They bemoan how course changes are replacing deep skills with competency checklists

The Guardian - AU

Five vice-chancellors in Victoria paid more than $1m in 2024, prompting claims of ‘largesse’

Union says universities blaming budget deficits for job cuts while pushing executive salaries ‘into the stratosphere’

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