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Behind the Camera: in Conversation with Photo-Journalist Oskah Dunnin
Observer speaks to photo-journalist Oskah Dunnin (known online as Oscar Hugo) to discuss his ANU-focused ‘Still Here’ series, his international work as a photo-journalist, and the impact of photo-journalism on how we perceive the world and others.
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“If not now, when? If not us, who?”: Students Vote for Palestine
By Rowey Worner Butcher and Saffron Geyle On 21 August, students at the ANU participated in a historic student referendum. Held at Copland Lecture Theatre, attendees took part in a vote consisting of two parts: Run by Students for Palestine and the National Union of Students (NUS), the vote was put up for debate, however,…
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Stickers Tied to Neo-Nazi Group NSN Found on Campus
White supremacist stickers associated with the National Socialist Network (NSN), a white supremacist terrorist group, have been found on campus, especially targeting BIPOC and Indigenous signage. Observer has been in contact with BIPOC Officer Aleesya Amirizal about further actions that will be taken by the department.
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Forced Redundancies Paused at the ANU
Staff redundancies at the ANU have been paused for the remainder of 2025.
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ANU has Erased the BIPOC Mural for a Second Time
Following a Bush Week community event, a mural by the BIPOC department was once again removed by ANU without their consultation. This is the second time the ANU executive has issued the removal of the mural; however, the reasons differ from those in the previous instance. Observer reports on the story so far.
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In Conversation with ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr
Observer speaks to ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr about his time at the ANU, how young people are shaping the political world, the ACT government’s focus for the future, and more.
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The Crown Jewel of Poor Governance: What a Senate Inquiry Revealed About the ANU
Observer provides a comprehensive overview of everything that went down at a hearing of a Senate inquiry into university governance, including the much-discussed allegations against ANU Chancellor Julie Bishop, plus other information that’s flown under the radar.
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Students Protest Against the Cuts With “Day Of Rage”
By Rowey Worner Butcher Students have once again rallied against the ongoing cuts at ANU. In a “Day of Rage”, over 100 students gathered at the Kambri Precinct on Tuesday 12 August, to protest against job cuts and proposed organisational changes at the ANU. Students marched to the Chancelry building, where a vote was taken…
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Art, Glorious, Art: How to Fulfil your Artistic Cravings in Canberra
“Without art, the crudeness of reality would make the world unbearable.” – George Bernard Shaw. In a world of uncertainty and cold Canberra nights, let’s embrace art! Observer has compiled a list of resources to help you channel your inner artist and to celebrate and support local Ngunnawal artists.
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Pocock Puts on the Pressure: Threat of Senate Mandate Looms over ANU
ACT Senator David Pocock has submitted several notices of motion to the Senate regarding the ANU. If passed, these motions will require the ANU to provide financial and administrative documentation related to issues that include governance, financial management, and job cuts.
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