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Multiple health research institutes have issued a joint statement warning of the potential harm caused by the government's decision to exclude LGBTQIA+ questions from the census. According to Dr Andy Kaladelfos from the Gendered Violence Research Network, accurate data is crucial to "develop prevention and support programs for the whole community."

The Alternative for Deutschland party is projected to win the majority of votes in the small state of Thuringia. Tempering the historical significance of these results, Associate Professor Andrew Beattie from the School of Humanities & Languages affirms that "it's not as if Germany as a whole has lurched to the right".

A far-right political party has won a German regional election for first time since the Second World War. Associate Professor Andrew Beattie from the School of Humanities & Languages unpacks what these results mean for the future of German politics, and the factors which have contributed to this political shift. 

Australia's primary prevention framework, which underpins the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children, has been met with criticism from advocates and experts alike. According to Professor Michael Salter from the School of Social Sciences, certain issues outlined in the framework require a more comprehensive approach. 

A new study has revealed the extent of mortgage and rental stress throughout the country. Dr Chris Martin from the City Futures Research Centre posits the idea of a national housing plan that better addresses systemic risks from higher interest rates.  

Amid rising urban temperatures, Professor Mattheos Santamouris from the School of Built Environment weighs in on new mitigation technologies, including the use of supercool materials. Speaking to their adoption, he explains how “the market is increasing tremendously" and concludes that "this is the future.” 

Associate Professor Rebecca Collie from the School of Education unpacks the findings from her recent research and their implications for educational outcomes. She emphasises that “understanding how social-emotional confidence is linked with academic engagement is critical for ensuring we best support students to succeed at school." 

A distinguished panel of experts has been assembled to support the ambitious mission of the Cities Institute. According to Institute Director Professor Peter Poulet "our collective strength promises great ideas, partnerships and better-built environments.” 

A new External Advisory Committee has been appointed to inform and amplify the Cities Institute’s work. Institute Director Professor Peter Poulet explains how the group's diverse government and industry experience will support "pragmatic plans of action for the future health of our urban environments.” 

A recent court hearing has shone a light on gaps in the criminal system as it concerns linguistically diverse communities accessing a fair trial. According to Professor Ludmila Stern from the School of Humanities & Languages, this tension "reflects a historic misunderstanding of the interpreting profession".

Dr Yuvisthi Naidoo from the Social Policy Research Centre discusses the importance of examining the social environments in which children and young people grow up. She explains how the new Uniting Families Report will help "understand how to unpack, disrupt, and change entrenched disadvantages" [segment starting at 2:08:51].

What does quality teacher support look like? Scientia Professor Andrew Martin from the School of Education shares findings from his recent study conducted with the NSW Department of Education, including what they say about providing "a floor under" student motivation and engagement [segment starting 01:21:35]. 

From single-parent, foster to multigenerational households, the new Uniting Families Report has revealed the diversity of family dynamics in Australia. Dr Megan Blaxland from the Social Policy Research Centre discusses what these findings mean and how they can inform the development of more inclusive systems and processes [segment starting 14:05].

What does a conventional nuclear family look like? Dr Yuvisthi Naidoo from the Social Policy Research Centre shares findings from her new report produced in partnership with Uniting NSW ACT, including how government policies and services can do more to support the diversity of family life in Australia [segment starting 1:01:31]. 

From 'reminiscence bumps' to 'open-earedness', Professor Emery Schubert from the School of Arts & Media reflects on different phenomena straddling the intersection of music, memory and nostalgia [segment starting 14:08].