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Concentration and diversity in Australian research funding, output and impact
IRU analysis on the past 20 years of research excellence in Australia
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FEATURED POLICY SUBMISSIONS
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January 29, 2024
2024-25 Pre-Budget Submission
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) welcomes the opportunity to provide input for the 2024-25 Federal Budget. This year’s Budget provides a critical opportunity for government to respond to the final report of the Universities Accord panel and to begin a longer process of essential reforms that will set up Australia’s higher education and research systems Read More
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November 3, 2023
Australian Research Council Act 2001 – Proposed Amendments: IRU Response
Summary: The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) supports the proposed amendments to the ARC Act 2001 addressing the six relevant recommendations outlined in Trusting Australia’s Ability: Review of the Australian Research Council Act 2001 (the Review). We support the intention and tone of the Consultation Paper, but to improve clarity, understanding and assurance that the amendments Read More
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October 6, 2023
Consultation Paper on Implementing Suburban University Study Hubs – IRU Response
The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) welcomes the opportunity to provide input on the implementation of the Suburban University Study Hubs Program. As one of the five priority actions recommended in the Australian Universities Accord Interim Report in July 2023, the IRU welcomes policy and funding measures that will improve access, equity and student support across Read More
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NEWS
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May 7, 2024
IRU welcomes the appointment of new Vice-Chancellor at Western Sydney University
Media statement IRU welcomes the appointment of new Vice-Chancellor at Western Sydney University The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) welcomes the appointment of Professor George Williams AO as the new Vice-Chancellor at Western Sydney University. IRU Chair Professor Simon Biggs (Vice-Chancellor and President of James Cook University) said that Professor Williams will join WSU at a Read More
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May 7, 2024
Paid placements support students and communities
Media statement Paid placements support students and communities The new Commonwealth Prac Payment announced today will help students to succeed and take up critical jobs that are essential to communities across the country. The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) welcomes today’s announcement by Education Minister the Hon Jason Clare MP and Skills Minister the Hon Brendan Read More
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May 7, 2024
IRU welcomes action to reduce student debt
Media statement IRU welcomes action to reduce student debt The Innovative Research Universities (IRU) welcomes today’s announcement by Education Minister the Hon Jason Clare MP and Skills Minister the Hon Brendan O’Connor MP of changes to the indexation of student loans to reduce debt. IRU Chair Professor Simon Biggs (Vice-Chancellor and President of James Cook Read More
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