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Travel is part of how we work and study; the activities we do when we travel can have positive career impacts. However, it’s also one of the largest sources of emissions mapped by ANU, with 40 per cent of our reported carbon footprint in 2023.

In a recent survey, 97 per cent of respondents had taken at least one action in the last year that reduced their travel emissions. With new ways of working that remain post-pandemic, our emissions have already reduced from 2019 levels by 33 per cent. Imagine incorporating one more simple action into your travel planning. ANU Below Zero has developed tools to help.

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Surrounded by a crackle of sulfur-crested cockatoos (yes, that’s the collective noun), Dr Julia Penndorf sits on the grass holding a clipboard and a Tupperware container of seeds as the sun rises over ANU campus. It’s an adorable sight – but what is she up to?

Working on the Clever Cockie Project, Dr Penndorf from the ANU Research School of Biology. is tracking all the odd but fascinating behaviours that Sydney and Canberra cockatoos get up to in urban environments.

The project has already found that cockies are adapting to living in cities in creative ways, including prising open garbage bins and backpacks, and wisely choosing human lunchtimes to forage in urban green areas.

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Thursday 4 July, 6-7pm

Please join us for the memorial lecture in honour of Emeritus Professor Will Steffen, one of Australia’s most influential and respected climate scientists. 

Will left a significant legacy at ANU, as the former Director of ANU Fenner School of Environment and Society, and the Inaugural Director of ANU Climate Institute. The inaugural lecture will be delivered by Professor Dr Johan Rockström, Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research and Professor in Earth System Science at the University of Potsdam. 

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Thursday 27 June, 5.30-7pm

Dr David Envall will engage in a conversation with Professor Kanishka Jayasuriya about the impact of the current polycrisis on capitalism, particularly in developing countries. They will also explore how this has led to the rise of authoritarian governments worldwide.

This event is part of the Department of International Relations 75th Anniversary Public Lecture Series.

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Wednesday 26 June, 9am-4pm  

Join The Agrifood Innovation Institute for a groundbreaking transdisciplinary workshop. Learn how to apply lessons from COVID-19 vaccine development to fast-track resilient crop breeding. Explore the intersection of vaccine development, technology, open data, and regulation, and discover how these insights can revolutionise food security. Don't miss the opportunity to hear from industry leaders and share your expertise.

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Tuesday 2 July, 10-11am 

Want to get your work published? ANU Library is hosting an information session featuring leaders in scholarly publishing, Taylor and Francis. Speak directly to scholarly publishing experts to learn more about the publishing process and how to choose a winning journal for submission.  
 
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Tuesday 2 July, 5-6.30pm 
 
In this lecture, Minister Zin Mar Aung will explore the critical importance of international recognition and support for the National Unity Government of Myanmar (NUG) as Myanmar strives for a peaceful and democratic future. She will also highlight the geopolitical dynamics influencing Myanmar's situation, emphasising the strategic roles of Western countries and the contrasting positions within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. 

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Can we contact you in case of an emergency? Update your contact details and download our safety app to ensure you’re always informed of critical announcements.

- ANUOK App – download the app and turn on push notifications.

- Emergency SMS system – make sure your mobile number listed in ISIS is up to date.

Are you working while studying? If you answered yes, this is an important notice for you.

With End of Financial Year 2023-2024 3 fast approaching, did you know that the ANU Tax Clinic provides free and confidential tax assistance to taxpayers?

The ANU Tax Clinic assists taxpayers in understanding their tax affairs and meeting their tax obligations. The friendly, student-led clinic provides you with information and guidance under the supervision of experienced tax practitioners. It is a requirement that clients don't have an existing tax agent.

Appointments are available in-person or via phone and videoconferencing.

All assistance provided by the ANU Tax Clinic is FREE and CONFIDENTIAL.

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ANU is committed to the ongoing provision of high-quality childcare for our community and will do this through two new purpose-built facilities on campus, which will be open from early 2025. The new facilities will have capacity to meet current demand from families on the campus.  

We will commence a procurement process next month to manage those centres from January 2025. Rest assured, the current centres will operate as usual during this process, with on campus childcare services still available for our community. 

Our four community providers have offered excellent care over many years. It is the heritage-listed buildings in which they are based that have caused disruption due to the maintenance required to keep them operational. They need ongoing remedial work due to their age, internal water damage, historic traces of lead-based paint, and damage from the 2020 hailstorm. 

We will continue to update you throughout the process. You can read our FAQs for more information.

Applications are now open for 2025 Westpac Future Leaders Scholarships, valued up to $120,000 each. With a bespoke 9 month leadership program and tailored overseas travel opportunities, this scholarship will provide the financial freedom to help you focus on what matters most, while enhancing your leadership potential.

Applications close Thursday 29 August 2025.

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Observed in June, Pride month celebrates the diversity and progression of the LGBTIQA+ community and allows us to reflect on the path forward to equality. Get involved or seek support this Pride month: 

- Join the ANU Ally network, a community of students and staff who are committed to providing an inclusive and respectful environment for people who identify as LGBTIQA+. 

- If you are seeking further training and support, the Respectful Relationships Unit provides a range of education, training and events such as the University’s free LGBTIQA+ Ally training. 

- If you or someone you know is experiencing discrimination or mental health concerns, you can speak with the ANU Student Safety and Wellbeing team who have trained counsellors available for free and confidential support services. 

- If you would like to disclose any harmful behaviours at ANU – staff and students can complete a confidential Harmful Behaviours Disclosure.  

- For further external support and services, please visit the LGBTQ+ Health Australia page, which has a range of available services across Australia. 

- For local support contact Meridian ACT, a community-based support service in Canberra who deliver programs and services to educate and empower the LGBTIQA+ community, or A Gender Agenda a key support service for Intersex, trans and Gender Diverse people in the Canberra community. 

If you are dealing with a personal or university-related issues, including distress related to the conflict in Gaza and Israel, the University encourages you to seek support through the ANU Student Safety and Wellbeing team by emailing student.wellbeing@anu.edu.au or calling 02 6125 2211, Monday to Friday, 9am - 4pm.

You can also visit our Urgent Support page for a list of 24/7 and crisis support options.