‘Catastrophic for SA’: Uni staff voice fears on merger
As a decision looms on merging two of Adelaide’s universities, a new survey reveals what staff really think about the plan.
Tertiary
‘Try telling SA workers they’re getting an 8 per cent pay cut’
SA is missing out of billions because of a growing 8 per cent wage gap with the rest of the nation – but the uni merger would ease that, a major report says.
STEM student shortage is a national security crisis
The number of teens studying advanced maths has dropped to an all-time low – and that has huge and worrying implications for the defence industry jobs of the future.
School program engages whiz kids but uni STEM plan fails the grade
Smart students around the state are learning skills needed to build nuclear submarines in high school – but a uni funding scheme designed to boost STEM numbers is failing.
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SA kids would rather get an Uber than a licence
The rate of SA teens getting behind the wheel has plunged to its lowest rate in decades – partly because it’s so much harder to get a licence.
Teachers appeal jab rule
Dozens of education workers have appealed to their unions for help challenging their vax rules.
Curtain call for James Morrison’s jazz academy
The James Morrison Academy at Mount Gambier has played its final tune, with the world-renowned musician announcing he’s taking jazz education on the road.
Bee warned – feral swarms a big buzzkill in Adelaide parks
Tree hollows in public parks around Adelaide are filled to overflowing with European honey bees – 50 hives were counted in just one park next to a primary school.
Stinging criticism: Beekeeping is ‘selfish, harmful and dangerous’
Many backyard beekeepers started their hives to help the environment. But this Adelaide Uni expert says they are doing much more harm than good.
Have you got what it takes to judge wine?
Think you’re a real wine fan? Know your tannins from your tasting notes? Aspiring wine judges can take this course to see if they’re good enough.
‘1000 SA jobs trashed’: French diplomat goes nuclear over subs
The French ambassador says South Australian businesses and universities will pay the price for the federal government’s submarines “stab in the back”.
Replay: Solving SA’s aged and health care conundrum
What needs to be done to meet aged care and health sector demands? Watch the replay of the Fearless Conversation as our panelists discuss a way forward.
Adelaide vaccine approved in Iran – but not available here
A Covid-19 vaccine developed in Adelaide will be rolled out in the Middle East before it is used here – and its developer claims he is facing the sack.
Leading the charge: Flinders to invest in batteries, electric cars
Flinders is working to take its massive use of energy off grid, with plans to invest in batteries and electric cars. Meanwhile Sanjeev Gupta’s solar plans are back on track.
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