Australian–African partnerships strengthened at AAUN Forum hosted at ECU City
The 2026 AAUN Australia Forum brought Australian and African partners together to share ideas, strengthen relationships and explore new opportunities for collaboration.
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ECU celebrates graduation in Sri Lanka
Students at ECU Sri Lanka have marked a significant milestone in their education journey.
Has hay fever season started early? And what's the most common culprit?
The 2026 Australian pollen season has started, with some people in the eastern states reporting their hay fever symptoms have begun earlier than normal.
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ECU Professor recognised among world leaders in horticultural science
Professor Zora Singh from the School of Science has been recognised for his outstanding and sustained contributions to horticultural science.
WAAPA Awards celebrate emerging artists
A series of award ceremonies have recognised the talents of emerging artists at ECU.
ECU steps up to tackle healthcare shortage with WA-first degree
Australia is facing a critical shortage of osteopaths, prompting Edith Cowan University (ECU) to launch the State's first university program to train the next generation of healthcare professionals.
From ideas to apps: ECU introduces Apple Foundation Program to empower next generation of innovators
Edith Cowan University (ECU), in collaboration with Apple, is empowering the next generation of Western Australian innovators to solve real-world problems with technology that changes the way people live, work and connect.
WA Parliament and ECU announce Mikaela Castledine as 2026 Artist in Residence
The Parliament of Western Australia and Edith Cowan University (ECU) are pleased to announce acclaimed Western Australian artist Mikaela Castledine as the 2026 Parliament of Western Australia Artist in Residence.
ECU City wins 2026 Australian Construction Achievement Award
ECU City, Perth's first comprehensive university in the CBD, recognised as a city-defining education precinct.
Research
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Musicians' brains stay one step ahead, study finds
Musicians don't just learn movement sequences faster, they predict what's coming next sooner, according to new research that also found newly formed motor memories can be disrupted by seeing different visual sequences shortly after learning.
Do customer loyalty programs actually work? The benefits are in the eye of the cardholder
New ECU research has analysed survey data from more than 800 Australian supermarket retail customers to better understand what influences customer engagement with loyalty programs.
Retro phone trend reveals growing desire to disconnect, ECU research finds
From wall-mounted smartphone docks to old-fashioned coiled-phone handsets, a growing trend for retro phone accessories may be a sign that many people are looking for ways to create distance from their smartphones.
Green hydrogen goldmine: ECU researchers discover hidden energy source
As the world searches for sources of low-emission energy, researchers at Edith Cowan University (ECU) have uncovered a potential clean energy game-changer beneath Western Australia's red soil.
Truffles are on the menu for threatened marsupials returning to a World Heritage area
New study confirms important food resources are available to support the successful reintroduction of two threatened marsupials to a Western Australian World Heritage area.
Opinion
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Who should assume the risk when art gets controversial – the artist or their employer?
Australia's artists show courage by making risky, boundary-pushing art. But there aren't enough courageous organisations willing to back them.
The private school market serving international secondary students in Ontario has grown
The private secondary education market for international students in Ontario is growing quickly, yet a lack of regulation raises concern about quality as well as children's safety.
Here's what you need to know about teens and sexual choking
The death of a 16-year-old girl in Sydney in recent days has once again raised alarm about how many adolescents may be engaging in choking during sex.
Why Woolworths and Coles are now selling thousands more 'own brand' products
When Aldi opened its first supermarket in Sydney in 2001, the stage was set for a fight with Woolworths and Coles. At the time, Australia's two biggest supermarkets controlled about 71% of the grocery market.
Beyond Harry Potter: five books you can enjoy together as a whole family
Parents might default to books they loved when they were younger. But this means families may be missing out on some great stories published more recently.
Wear it Purple Day highlights the importance of inclusive education
The world over is experiencing a backlash to sexuality education that is inclusive of diverse genders and sexualities, however, it's more important than ever.
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ECU Gallery readies for artist Jenna Lee
New ECU Gallery exhibition examines language and inherited narratives.
Digital battle: ECU hosts national cyber security competition
Students put their skills to the test and get a taste of what to expect with a career in the cyber security industry.
Supporting student wellbeing, one wag at a time
Furry faculty members Edi, Watson and Harper are well known fixtures across ECU campuses.
Answering the call to excellence: ECU Contact Centre teams recognised in Auscontact Awards
The Auscontact Association Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding achievement in contact centres, encompassing customer service, customer experience and the employee experience – showcasing talent and recognising exceptional performance across the industry.
From innovation to impact: Building ECU's future in Africa
What started as an ambitious idea to connect ECU with leading schools across Africa is now opening doors to new relationships and opportunities across the continent.
From feedback to belonging: Bringing ECU's global IBO team together
Spanning 12 countries and 36 staff, ECU's IBO team came together for a five-day summit shaped by staff feedback – and designed to strengthen belonging, capability, and collaboration.
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