The University Council will hold its next observer session on Friday 24 April between 10.30–11.30am AEST. ANU staff, students and alumni must register to observe the open session using their ANU credentials, before Thursday 23 April, 2pm, so that additional details can be provided.

In 2026 two staff surveys are planned – a full engagement survey in April and a shorter pulse survey in the second half of the year. The ANYOU full engagement survey will open on Tuesday 28 April and run until Tuesday 12 May. Staff will have the opportunity to provide confidential feedback about their experiences at work to inform specific action planning for improvements across the University.

The University encourages you to have your say.

The ANU Tax Clinic is now open, offering free, confidential support for a wide range of tax matters, provided by trained ANU students supervised by tax professionals.

Eligibility criteria may apply.

Congratulations to our recent trivia winners, staff member Sandra Jestin and student Mengjie Xiang. Please contact ANU Corporate Communications to collect your prize. Further congratulations to everyone who has submitted correct answers:

Along with weekly answers, we’ll also share bonus trivia. For example, Mount Stromlo officially became part of ANU on 2 January 1957, when it was established as the Department of Astronomy within the Research School of Physical Sciences. The transition wasn’t entirely smooth. An earlier move in 1953 faced resistance, before the transfer was finalised under Director Bart Bok with the support of Prime Minister Robert Menzies.

This week’s trivia question is: When was ANU ranked as the second greenest university campus in Australia?

ANU Council member and post-graduate student Bruce Pan talks about starting the Chinese Network Association, an organisation that helps students adapt to a new social and academic culture through social and knowledge-sharing events.

ANU researcher, Dr Tim Heffernan, highlights the need for stronger long-term recovery planning and community-led approaches to better support Australians following natural disasters, warning that current approaches may not meet future challenges.

ANU experts warn Australia risks falling behind in the new space race, pointing to gaps in national investment in astronomy and space capability, as global efforts to return to the Moon gather pace.

Jennifer Parker joins Democracy Sausage to shed light on the American military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the recent personnel changes within senior ADF leadership.

Real insight is often gained through conversation, sharing experiences, hearing different perspectives, and making sense of complex situations. Leadership in Practice brings staff together for structured conversations designed to support learning and development in complex roles.

A planned internet outage from Tuesday 21 April, 9pm to Wednesday 22 April, 1am AEST as ITS upgrades network infrastructure, with up to two 30-minute disruptions expected during this period.

Please plan accordingly, particularly if your area relies on continuous internet connectivity overnight.

For any issues, please contact the ANU Service Desk on +61 2 612 54321 during business hours or log a ticket via ANUConnect.

Reset or change your University ID password anytime yourself using an online tool or your ANU-managed Windows (Ctrl + Alt + Del) or Mac (Self-Service+ app) devices.

Identity verification supported by the Microsoft Authenticator app, and all operating systems, including personal devices, are supported. 

Research support services are moving to ANUConnect, the University’s central portal for services, support and information. A new Research Services tab will be available from the end of April for staff and students to submit research enquiries.

DeepSeek products will be restricted on ANU devices and networks from Monday 4 May following a risk assessment and Commonwealth guidance. Staff who require access to DeepSeek for legitimate work can seek advice or request an exemption via ANUConnect.

Friday 24 April, 9–10am

Join a relaxed, beginner-friendly outdoor Tai Chi session on University Avenue, guided by an experienced instructor and open to all fitness and experience levels.

Friday 17 April, 4–6pm

Celebrate the Myanmar New Year Water Festival and learn about its cultural and religious significance across the region at this event hosted by the ANU School of Culture, History & Language.

Monday 20 April, 12–1pm

Join the ANU McCusker Institute Front Room to connect with students, staff and campus partners, share ideas and reflect on collaborative practices for social change.

Thursday 23 April, 10.30am – Friday 15 May, 3pm

Explore Deadpan artefacts: creative experiments with facial expression recognition in photographic portraiture by HDR candidate Melita Dahl, examining how digital transformation is reshaping photographic representation.

Tuesday 21 April, 5.30–7pm

Hear from former Chief Justice of Malaysia, Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, as she explores judicial independence in modern society through the Malaysian experience.

Susan Lever in conversation with Robert Hefner

Tuesday 21 April, 6–7pm

Caillan Davenport in conversation with Edward Watts 

Thursday 23 April, 6–7pm 

From Monday 20 April to Friday 29 May the ANU-Civic Loop Bus will trial a new route.

The service will stop near Yukeembruk Village and Wamburun Hall, then outside Burton & Garran Hall, before continuing its usual loop. During this time, the stop on Daley Road outside John XXIII College will be out of service.

A further route adjustment, including a stop near Crawford School, is planned for the Semester Break. More information will be shared once details are finalised.

The food scene on campus reflects our global community. From comforting Asian flavours to hearty Western classics, the campus offers a culinary journey that spans continents – no passport required.

Cafés, coffee and light bites
For your daily caffeine fix or a quick bite, the campus has plenty to offer – from fresh pastries to hearty sandwiches. Spots like Savoir French, The God’s Café, REX Espresso, Lab ANU, Craft Beans and Three Sides Cafe cover everything from grab-and-go snacks to relaxed coffee catch-ups.

Asian flavours
If you’re craving Asian cuisine, there’s no shortage of options. You’ll find Chinese favourites at Urban by Asian Tiger and Azure Dragon, Korean dishes at Gangnam Lane, Vietnamese at What the Pho, and Japanese at Yori. For Southeast Asian flavours, Char Char serves Malaysian and Thai, while Spice & Sizzle focuses on Malaysian cuisine.

South Asian and Filipino eats
Ambi’s Chai serves Indian favourites, Rasam offers South Indian vegetarian and vegan dishes, while Tasa Coffee House offers Filipino classics.

Quick bites and comfort food
When you’re after something fast and satisfying, there are plenty of go-to options. Burgers from Broger, Mexican at Ballistic Burrito, classic sandwiches from Subway, Turkish wraps and kebabs at Kebaba and crispy fried snacks at Hot Star.

Bubble Tea & Drinks
For something refreshing, grab a bubble tea or iced drink from Chatime or Sharetea – perfect for a mid-day pick-me-up.

Casual dining and drinks
Badger & Co. offers a relaxed, social vibe, while Symposium brings a more refined dining and drinks experience to ANU.

This week’s picture comes from Sugirthi Selvaraj, Human Resources Adviser.

"I really enjoy the campus greenery, it's a pleasure to work in such a beautiful setting."

Got a photo you’re proud of? Send in your picture using this form and include a short description about why your snap is special to you.

ANU Security – (02) 6125 2249 

For life-threatening emergencies first call 000 (or 0000 if dialing from an internal phone), then call ANU Security.

Media hotline – (02) 6125 7979 

Contact the media hotline during business hours or email media@anu.edu.au for media queries regarding the University and its operations, or to track down experts that aren’t listed in our Experts Guide.

Help is available if you need it. The University has a range of information and services that can be accessed by managers and staff.

Whether it's a work-related issue or a personal one, the University encourages you to seek counselling support through the Employee Assistance Program.

If you need to support a student in distress, please refer to this guide developed by the Student Safety and Wellbeing team.