Southern Cross University and Summerland Bank have launched a partnership to help more Northern Rivers business students build careers in the region after graduation.
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Posted inFeature, Local News
Emergency alert test may increase anxiety for disaster-affected communities
Australia’s nationwide emergency alert test could trigger anxiety and trauma responses in disaster-affected communities, a Southern Cross University researcher warns.
Posted inFeature, Housing, Lismore
Draft masterplan unveiled for 500 flood-resilient homes in East Lismore
More than 500 flood-resilient homes could rise on the old Southern Cross University site at East Lismore. The draft masterplan is out, and locals have until 16 August to have their say.
Posted inAgriculture, Education, Feature, Local News
Dung beetles cut methane emissions from cattle manure by 85 per cent, study finds
Dung beetles could play a bigger role in reducing the climate impact of Australia’s livestock industry, with new research finding they cut methane emissions from cattle manure by up to 85 per cent.
Posted inEducation, Environment, MidCoast
Gumbaynggirr estuary health and coastal resources to be monitored through co-designed project
A new Mid North Coast project will combine Indigenous knowledge and science to monitor estuary health across Gumbaynggirr Sea Country.
Posted inIndigenous, Local News, Women
$2.46m NHMRC grant to expand national program helping Indigenous mothers quit smoking
A $2.46 million NHMRC grant will expand a national program helping Indigenous women quit smoking during pregnancy.
Posted inEducation, Lismore
Southern Cross University marks 20 years of pathway program success
Southern Cross University will celebrate 20 years of its Preparing for Success Program with a special event at its Lismore campus on Monday.
Posted inEducation, Health, Lismore
Southern Cross climbs global nursing rankings as workforce demand grows
Southern Cross University has jumped 147 places in global nursing rankings, as Australia faces a looming shortage of more than 70,000 nurses.
Posted inLismore, Obituary
Jenny Dowell remembered as ‘trailblazer’ and community champion
Lismore is mourning the loss of former mayor Jenny Dowell OAM, remembered as a compassionate leader and tireless advocate who dedicated her life to the community.
Posted inEducation, Health, Local News
Hospital trial aims to prevent delirium in older patients
An older adult admitted to hospital with a urinary tract infection suddenly becomes fearful, irritable, and fails to recognise their lifelong spouse. Their confusion and distress alarm loved ones and […]