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Curtin scientists recognised at 2026 Premier’s Science Awards

Laura Thomas — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 01:57:17 +0000

��Ƶ researchers have taken home three major honours at the WA Premier’s Science Awards […]

Meet Nugget: the mobile studio set to help local ideas strike gold

Yasmine Phillips — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:06:18 +0000

A mobile creative studio will work across the Goldfields in a collaborative project between ��Ƶ and BHP through its WA Nickel Community Fund, to bring art, science, technology and practical making together.

Indigenous and regional insights offer blueprint for student success

Sam Jeremic — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 01:28:25 +0000

Universities can better support today’s increasingly diverse student population by applying lessons already learned through […]

Curtin awards Honorary Doctorate to law and mental health trailblazer

Sam Jeremic — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:20:33 +0000

��Ƶ has awarded leading legal practitioner, governance expert and mental health advocate Dr Andrew […]

Project helping Aussie teens avoid vaping wins prestigious national award

Sam Jeremic — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:23:46 +0000

��Ƶ researchers have been recognised for their role in a national program that has […]

Former Socceroo Craig Foster delivers 2026 human rights lecture

Amanda Lewis — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:49:52 +0000

Former Socceroo and human rights advocate Craig Foster AM delivered ��Ƶ’s 10th Annual Human […]

Double degree of family pride for Curtin mother and son duo

Yasmine Phillips — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:47:33 +0000

A mother and son have crossed the stage at ��Ƶ’s graduation ceremonies this week, marking a memorable family milestone and a multi-generational reminder of the transformative power of education.

Growing more with less earns new seed technology top Curtinnovation Award

Sam Jeremic — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 01:29:33 +0000

A breakthrough seed technology that could help farmers grow more food while using less fertiliser […]

Part-time uni students need more support, ACSES research reveals

Sam Jeremic — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 01:35:15 +0000

Expanded access to Government financial support, additional public transport subsidies and more flexible assessment deadlines […]

Curtin’s Young Poppies named among WA’s top emerging scientists

Sam Jeremic — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 02:31:29 +0000

Five ��Ƶ researchers have been named 2026 Western Australian Young Tall Poppy Science Awards […]

��Ƶ finalists named in the 2026 Premier’s Science Awards

Laura Thomas — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 02:05:55 +0000

Five leading ��Ƶ researchers and one of the University’s flagship space education programs have […]

Childhood cancer researcher named Researcher of the Year

Amanda Lewis — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:20:33 +0000

A leading WA cancer researcher has been named the Cure Cancer 2026 Researcher of the […]

Curtin partners with Octave to train next generation of digital builders

Lucien Wilkinson — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 03:48:54 +0000

Cutting-edge digital tools used on major infrastructure and construction projects will soon be in the […]

Curtin FM Radiothon hits a high note amid 50th anniversary celebrations

Sam Jeremic — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:50:38 +0000

Curtin FM’s loyal listeners have helped take the station’s 50th anniversary celebrations to new heights, […]

Global fellowship to help Curtin student advance reliable clean energy

Sam Jeremic — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 02:58:27 +0000

A ��Ƶ student whose diverse childhood fostered a passion for reliable, sustainable energy is […]

Curtin researchers secure funding to tackle youth health outcomes in WA

Amanda Lewis — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 03:00:04 +0000

��Ƶ researchers will examine the ‘partygoing’ behaviours of young people in regional areas, the […]

Curtinnovation finalists breaking new ground in health, AI, safety and more

Sam Jeremic — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:46:55 +0000

Rapid assessment of concussion, autonomous submarine robots and satellite navigation systems are among the benefits […]

Project puts WA on path to become a global critical mineral hub

Sam Jeremic — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:50:33 +0000

Cutting edge technology and devices across the world may soon use Western Australian gallium, with […]

Indigenous student’s winning art celebrates connections formed at Curtin

Amanda Lewis — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:17:10 +0000

A striking artwork inspired by the connections formed at university has taken out the top […]

Curtin researchers honoured for innovation in mining and built environment

Lucien Wilkinson — Fri, 22 May 2026 03:39:57 +0000

Two ��Ƶ researchers have been recognised for their contributions to industry collaboration and research […]

Curtin lights up as thousands enjoy Creatures on Campus wildlife spectacle

Sam Jeremic — Mon, 11 May 2026 05:33:07 +0000

Thousands of visitors flocked to ��Ƶ over the weekend as the campus transformed into […]

Curtin appoints Cisco leader to foster future tech talent

Amanda Lewis — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:42:39 +0000

��Ƶ has appointed global tech industry leader Carl Solder as Adjunct Professor in a […]

Study looks to Africa to best support Aussies living with chronic conditions

Sam Jeremic — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 02:36:14 +0000

��Ƶ researchers will lead an international study in South Africa aimed at implementing innovative […]

Curtin’s Open Day postponed due to approaching cyclone

Yasmine Phillips — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 01:18:02 +0000

��Ƶ has made the difficult decision to postpone its Open Day scheduled for this Sunday due to the approaching cyclone and forecast severe weather.

Curtin celebrates triple success in 2026 Fulbright Scholarships

Laura Thomas — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:00:06 +0000

��Ƶ is celebrating the success of three outstanding scholars recognised in the prestigious 2026 […]

Strategic partnership to further establish Australia as a rare earth leader

Sam Jeremic — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 04:17:43 +0000

��Ƶ and Victory Metals have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of […]

Life of entrepreneurship and philanthropy earns prestigious accolade

Sam Jeremic — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 01:11:00 +0000

��Ƶ has acknowledged respected entrepreneur and philanthropist Malcolm Steinberg for his lifelong contribution to […]

Curtin delivers three Aboriginal doctors from Country to clinic

Laura Thomas — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:16:08 +0000

��Ƶ has celebrated a powerful milestone this week with the graduation of three Aboriginal […]

Fellowships to take Curtin duo from regional WA to the global stage

Sam Jeremic — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 03:27:03 +0000

Two ��Ƶ students will fly to Canberra next month ahead of an even bigger […]

Passports ready: New Colombo Plan Scholars to learn and apply skills abroad

Sam Jeremic — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 04:17:39 +0000

Six ��Ƶ students will jet to countries across the Indo-Pacific next year after being […]

Curtin appoints acclaimed industry leader as next Chancellor

Yasmine Phillips — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:43:29 +0000

��Ƶ is delighted to announce the appointment of highly regarded director David Lock as its next Chancellor, commencing April 2026.

Curtin Accelerate to propel WA businesses to new heights in 2026

Sam Jeremic — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 01:59:21 +0000

��Ƶ has revealed the next generation of innovators and industry shapers, announcing 13 startups […]

Leader in higher education equity joins ACSES Advisory Board

Sam Jeremic — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 03:06:53 +0000

The Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success (ACSES) is pleased to welcome equity in […]

World-class research and media stars shine bright on annual awards night

Sam Jeremic — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 02:03:42 +0000

��Ƶ has celebrated its world-class research community and most prominent media performers at the […]

Two Curtin thought leaders named among nation’s finest

Yasmine Phillips — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 04:54:23 +0000

Two Curtin researchers have been elected to the Australian Academy of the Humanities, confirming their […]

Curtin alumni take centre stage at annual achievement awards

Sam Jeremic — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 03:37:04 +0000

��Ƶ has celebrated nine outstanding alumni for their enduring impact across business, health, science, […]

Google Maps founder finds his way to Perth for West Tech Fest

Sam Jeremic — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:21:13 +0000

Western Australia will next month welcome some of the business world’s brightest minds, as thousands […]

Curtin launches free new credential honouring Australia’s greatest PM

Laura Thomas — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 03:26:52 +0000

��Ƶ has launched a free new credential that honours the legacy of its namesake […]

Uni credits on the menu at McDonald’s Australia

Lauren Sydoruk — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 03:21:54 +0000

McDonald’s Australia has launched the national roll out of ‘Archways to Opportunity’, an innovative new […]

Curtin Dean of Global Futures elected to prestigious Fellowship

Sam Jeremic — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 01:05:00 +0000

��Ƶ’s Dean of Global Futures Professor Farida Fozdar has been recognised for her outstanding […]