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1. “Backing young people” UC launches expansion into Canberra’s south with new Southside Hub officially unveiled in partnership with Lake Tuggeranong College

   UC is proud to partner with Lake Tuggeranong College to establish a dedicated space, designed to strengthen tertiary pathways for students in the Tuggeranong region.

   More on “Backing young people” UC launches expansion into Canberra’s south with new Southside Hub officially unveiled in partnership with Lake Tuggeranong College 27 Jul 2026

2. 60 minutes to media literacy: the first research-backed course to help older Australians spot misinformation and find facts

   A media literacy pilot program run through public libraries has been a resounding success, suggesting library staff and patrons want and need these resources.

   More on 60 minutes to media literacy: the first research-backed course to help older Australians spot misinformation and find facts 27 Jul 2026

3. UC welcomes the ACT Government's cabinet reshuffle

   Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Canberra, Professor The Honourable Bill Shorten has welcomed today's announcement of the ACT Government's cabinet reshuffle.

   More on UC welcomes the ACT Government's cabinet reshuffle 27 Jul 2026

4. UC welcomes extended Commonwealth Prac Payments bringing cost of living relief to the future health workforce

   The University of Canberra (UC) has welcomed the Albanese Labor Government’s decision to extend Commonwealth Prac Payments to students across a further 10 disciplines from 2027.

   More on UC welcomes extended Commonwealth Prac Payments bringing cost of living relief to the future health workforce 23 Jul 2026

5. UC launches new ‘Schoolyard Greenprint’ to guide the evolution of schools’ outdoor spaces

   What if the most powerful tool for student wellbeing isn’t in the classroom, but just outside it?

   More on UC launches new ‘Schoolyard Greenprint’ to guide the evolution of schools’ outdoor spaces 15 Jul 2026