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Climate change has been a focus of boardroom risk conversations for years. A landmark international report approved in Manchester in February 2026 highlights that nature loss is also emerging as a significant concern for organisations, and that the two issues are increasingly interconnected.
While loneliness has often been framed as an individual problem, new evidence from a University of Canberra pilot study shows a holistic approach to social connection can start to change communities.
Fine art photographer Rory O’Chee graduated this week with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Canberra in partnership with TAFE Queensland – he's believed to be only the second person in Australia with Down syndrome to receive a tertiary degree.
UC Future Farmers project leads recognised for national impact in Laos, work continues in Vietnam
The University of Canberra has officially launched the Vice-Chancellor's Centre of Public Ideas at the annual UC Aitkin Lecture, where Professor Bill Shorten proposed a $5.2 billion lifeline for the sector.
SPEECH | Professor The Honourable Bill Shorten delivered the 2026 UC Aitkin Lecture at the National Press Club Australia.
