Category: ANU
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29 Years of Sorry Day: Reflecting on Reconciliation
Tuesday 26 May 2026 marks the 29th observance of National Sorry Day. Observer speaks to ANU Indigenous Department Officer Tom Hughes for his thoughts on Sorry Day.
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“Resignations, In Short, Don’t Solve The Problem”: ANUSA President
Observer sat down with ANUSA President Charley Ellwood to discuss the future of the ANU in the wake of mass resignations from the ANU Council. Ellwood, student representative on ANU Council, called for changes to university funding and governance reform.
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BNO 2026 Is Back: Bigger & Louder than Ever
Ever wonder what it would feel like to be a part of the BNO team? Observer provides backstage coverage of ANU’s biggest night of the year.
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“Most important and ambitious Budget in decades”: A Deep Dive Inside the 2026-27 Federal Budget
On 12 May 2026, Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivered the 2026-27 Federal Budget, claiming it is “the most important and ambitious Budget in decades”. Observer summarises the key measures that will impact students, covering sectors across education, healthcare, disability services, and more.
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Breaking: Four “Bishop Loyalist” ANU Council Members Resign
Four more members of the ANU Council have stepped down from their positions following the resignation of Julie Bishop as Chancellor and calls for these appointed members to leave.
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The Socialist Alternative: Detonating Student Activism
Ever wonder who the people handing out pamphlets on University Avenue are? Observer provides an investigative deep dive into the Socialist Alternative.
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“Harder to Ignore” When Standing Together: ACT Greens Push to Improve Student Housing
An ACT Greens-run workshop on improving student housing has indicated upcoming political and student action regarding ANU’s on-campus accommodation crisis. Observer speaks to Greens MLA Laura Nuttall on student housing.
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Julie Bishop Resigns as ANU Chancellor
Julie Bishop has resigned from her role of ANU Chancellor. According to the Australian Financial Review, Bishop’s resignation was a result of TEQSA’s intervention into the operations of the ANU Council.
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From AI to ATEC: What’s Happening in Higher Education?
Observer zooms out of the campus bubble, summarising the key news pieces in higher education this year.
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“Like navigating a minefield”: Former LK student suing UniLodgexANU
A former UniLodge resident who is suing UniLodge and ANU for her mould-related illness is calling for Lena Karmel Lodge to be demolished.
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