Celebrated author Benjamin Law has worked in the media industry for over a decade. He hates thinking of himself as a ‘diversity hire’. ‘I belong in this room,’ I told myself. I’m not a token – despite being called that so many times in my career that I’ve lost count. I’ve earned my place.
Rental housing co-operatives offer affordable, secure homes while fostering community and tenant empowerment. Despite success elsewhere, Australia’s sector is underdeveloped, highlighting the need for policy and financial support for expansion.
Australian Curriculum English mandates phonics teaching from a child’s foundation year. For best results, reading should entail phonics, comprehension, and critical reading skills which are all developed concurrently. Professor Beryl Exley recommends retaining this balanced approach that delivers positive reading outcomes.
Sexual harassment and gender discrimination plague Australian universities, with a rise in incidents over the past 5 years. Women, mostly affected, face everyday sexism, impacting careers and mental health. Despite efforts, reporting remains low. Griffith University’s Gender Equality Research Network (GERN) research highlights these issues, advocating for broad, education-driven solutions, urging universities to commit to change and address these systemic problems head-on.
Australia marks World Teachers’ Day on October 27, emphasising gratitude for teachers’ invaluable contributions. Despite media often portraying teaching negatively, educators play a vital role in shaping lives and society. Griffith University values inclusive education, preparing teachers to navigate evolving classrooms. Acknowledging and thanking teachers is crucial as they help students thrive in a complex, changing world.
Leisure, when properly valued says Dr David Ellison, offers a reprieve from life’s pressures. It’s essential to also acknowledge that leisure often relies on others’ labor. This realisation can lead to judging those who consume leisure without considering its environmental and cultural impacts, like “The White Lotus”. Despite shame seeming to result from prioritising work over leisure, it has always played a vital role in regulating leisure and driving its potential for reform.
Celebrated author Benjamin Law has worked in the media industry for over a decade. He hates thinking of himself as a ‘diversity hire’. ‘I belong in this room,’ I told myself. I’m not a token – despite being called that so many times in my career that I’ve lost count. I’ve earned my place.
Rental housing co-operatives offer affordable, secure homes while fostering community and tenant empowerment. Despite success elsewhere, Australia’s sector is underdeveloped, highlighting the need for policy and financial support for expansion.
Australian Curriculum English mandates phonics teaching from a child’s foundation year. For best results, reading should entail phonics, comprehension, and critical reading skills which are all developed concurrently. Professor Beryl Exley recommends retaining this balanced approach that delivers positive reading outcomes.
Sexual harassment and gender discrimination plague Australian universities, with a rise in incidents over the past 5 years. Women, mostly affected, face everyday sexism, impacting careers and mental health. Despite efforts, reporting remains low. Griffith University’s Gender Equality Research Network (GERN) research highlights these issues, advocating for broad, education-driven solutions, urging universities to commit to change and address these systemic problems head-on.
Australia marks World Teachers’ Day on October 27, emphasising gratitude for teachers’ invaluable contributions. Despite media often portraying teaching negatively, educators play a vital role in shaping lives and society. Griffith University values inclusive education, preparing teachers to navigate evolving classrooms. Acknowledging and thanking teachers is crucial as they help students thrive in a complex, changing world.
Leisure, when properly valued says Dr David Ellison, offers a reprieve from life’s pressures. It’s essential to also acknowledge that leisure often relies on others’ labor. This realisation can lead to judging those who consume leisure without considering its environmental and cultural impacts, like “The White Lotus”. Despite shame seeming to result from prioritising work over leisure, it has always played a vital role in regulating leisure and driving its potential for reform.
