News Centre archive
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How to know if your child is addicted to video games and what to do about it
If your child spends long hours playing video games, you might be worried they’re addicted.

What does a koala’s nose know? A bit about food, and a lot about making friends
The koala’s nose is distinctive – it’s a big black leathery rectangle in the middle of a round, grey face that’s surprisingly soft to the touch. And every koala nose is unique.

Refugee researcher leads extragalactic discovery
After waiting for three years for his refugee status to be acknowledged, Western Sydney University PhD student Rami Alsaberi has made a new life in Casula, Australia, and an unusual celestial discovery.

Billions of fungi belong to just a few types (and some are carnivorous)
Scientists have found that although the numbers of microbes in soils are vast, most belong to just a few common species.

Bankwest Stadium proud to officially partner with Western Sydney University
Bankwest Stadium is pleased to announce Western Sydney University as the Stadium’s exclusive Community and Education Partner.

Western Sydney University introduces Australia’s first branded hijab for clinical practice
Western Sydney University has introduced the first branded hijab for clinical practice in Australia, along with resources to enhance awareness and support for Muslim Nursing and Midwifery students’ Islamic beliefs when working in a clinical setting.
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