Vending machines impact study

Vending machines impact study

A study, which found unhealthy food and drinks in vending machines at universities vastly outweighed healthier options has dieticians calling for an overhaul of on-campus vending machines. The research published in the Dieticians Association of Australia’s journal...
Grandparent carers ask for more assistance

Grandparent carers ask for more assistance

A Cannington grandmother who was thrown back into parenting after the death of her daughter and grandchild said not enough support was given to people forced to become carers later in life. Theresa Sutton from Cannington is 62-years-old and had already raised two...
University to study medical marijuana

University to study medical marijuana

Curtin University researchers were studying the benefits and side effects of ingesting medicinal cannabis for people living with cancer. Researchers at the university’s School of Biomedical Science have been researching the plant’s benefits and the first batch of...
Inmates riot at Banksia Hill Detention Centre

Inmates riot at Banksia Hill Detention Centre

Police were called to Banksia Hill Detention Centre last night after reports several inmates had rioted inside of the centre. At about 7.20pm on Thursday officers attended the centre in Canning Vale to control the situation. Seven young people aged between 15 and...
Teaching excellence rewarded

Teaching excellence rewarded

Curtin University teachers were nominated and rewarded for excellence in teaching by the Curtin Student Guild. The Guild’s Excellence in Teaching Awards was in its 16th year and recognised top Curtin staff members who were passionate about their area of study and...