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Steers handed to local schools in unique competition
With a renewed public interest in food and cooking among young Australians, hundreds of high school students will be given a rare peek into the industry when they’re given a young steer to nurture.

Plant diversity critical to long-term ecosystem sustainability
Losing just a few plant species in diverse ecosystems could impair ecosystem sustainability say the authors of a new study published in the international journal 'Science'.

The opposition between democracy and capitalism
The recent wave of grassroots movements and public rallies in Australia and around the world against established political and economic establishments.

Indigenous students get the rhythm at Heartbeat
Indigenous students in years 3 and 4 at South-Western Sydney schools have participated in a University of Western Sydney event that aims to raise awareness of health issues.

Taking the lead in Australia's creative business
Creative people have the chance to develop business skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification in creative business management through the new Associate Degree in Creative Industries.

African marimbas set a new tone for music education
It is a magical moment when four skilled musicians are simultaneously introduced to new instruments. The instruments are large and strange, and yet somehow familiar.
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