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Wednesday 15 April 2026
UOW appoints Professor Ana Deletic as Provost
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Environment and Energy
Study turns the hose on sprinklers this bushfire season
The use of water sprinkler systems as a way of protecting homes in bushfire-prone areas is being put to the test.
Environment and Energy
Path to regeneration highlighted with new tree walks
UOW will celebrate 40 years of native flora regeneration on its main campus with the launch of two new tree walks.
Business and Economy
Bold transport plans to smooth the path for campus expansion
The University of Wollongong (UOW) is bringing a fresh, community-minded approach to campus growth.
Health and Medicine
Banning under twos from screens has little basis in evidence
Guidelines recommending no screens before age two came before interactive and educational tablet and smart phone apps, writes Dr Sarah Loughran.
Environment and Energy
Huge fires are burning northern Australia every year: it’s time to get them under control
Huge fires in September and October burn the most land in northern Australia, writes Dr Owen Price.
Business and Economy
The long-term future of Australian coal is drying up
The rise of renewables and climate action will spell an end to Australia’s coal industry, writes Dr Adam Lucas.