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Thursday 10 September 2026
190,000-year-old cave reveals how ancient human species lived and adapted
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UOW backs NSW investment in innovation and research commercialisation
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Education
Telling a young child they are ‘smart’ seems like a good idea. New research shows how it could encourage them to cheat
Children told they were smart before a test were nearly twice as likely to cheat afterwards as those praised for effort, luck, or told nothing at all.
Community, Education, Research
Early Start leaves lasting impact on children’s wellbeing, development
Cohort study reveals strength of community connection as Discovery Space turns 11
Community, Education, Research
New guide tackles age discrimination to build stronger communities
Practical, evidence-based resource offers tools to break down barriers, boost connections between generations
Community, Education
Festival of Play marks 10 years of Early Start impact
Celebrating a decade of commitment to children with hands-on workshops, interactive learning and performances
Community, Education
New insights from global experts help parents, educators navigate digital world
Researchers to provide tips, support and strategies for creative, collaborative digital engagement in early childhood during public event at UOW
Community, Education, Research
Young minds, big impact: children help shape the future of the digital world
Researchers invite local children to explore online challenges, digital wellbeing in two-day workshops