News Centre archive
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The Conversation: Christchurch attacks strike at the heart of Muslims’ safe places from Islamophobia
The terror attacks at the Al Noor and Linwood Mosques in Christchurch send a message to Muslims: there is no safe space from Islamophobia.

We asked five experts: should Australia lower the voting age to 16
Voting is a key part of the democratic process. It allows all citizens of a certain age to have a say on matters important to them. Voting in federal elections and referendums is compulsory for every Australian aged 18 and over.

Are more Aussie trees dying of drought? Scientists need your help spotting dead trees
Most citizen science initiatives ask people to record living things, like frogs, wombats, or feral animals. But dead things can also be hugely informative for science.

Western Sydney University confirms its place as a world-leader in research
The latest Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation confirms Western Sydney University as a world-leading research institution.

Academic Superheroes’ celebrate Mardi Gras
Western Sydney University has once again participated in the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, held on Saturday, 2 March.

NSW Coalition scrapes back in as minor parties surge – but delivering on promises will not be easy
Premier Gladys Berejiklian’s Liberal-National government was returned to office on Saturday nigh. With the victory came some wreckage, and largely unexpected beneficiaries.
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