News Centre archive - 2019
Collated on this page is an archive of the University's News Centre stories in 2019.
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NAB and Western Sydney University help kick-start Parramatta start-ups
In a win for Western Sydney’s knowledge economy, National Australia Bank (NAB) has partnered with Western Sydney University’s award-winning Launch Pad Technology Business Incubator.

Rugby league may finally have reached its tipping point on player behaviour and violence
St George Illawarra and NSW State of Origin player Jack de Belin has become the first player to be banned under a new “no fault stand down” policy introduced by the National Rugby League (NRL).

2019 Women of the West nominees
Western Sydney University is proud to announce the nominees for the 2019 Women of the West Awards.

Koalas can learn to live the city life if we give them the trees and safe spaces they need
Australia is one of the world’s most highly urbanised nations – 90% of Australians live in cities and towns, with development concentrated along the coast.

Student’s inspiring life turnaround acknowledged in award nomination
Despite being nominated for the Seven News Young Achiever Awards, stellar student Kiara Osborne admits she hasn’t always enjoyed learning. In fact, she dropped out of high school and struggled with abuse from a young age.

Fascinating new podcast unlocks the secrets of baby language
The MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development, in partnership with Babyology, have launched an exciting new podcast series.
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