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Why do we keep remaking Pride and Prejudice?
Written by Natalia Burgess. It is a truth universally acknowledged that adaptations of classic novels can often fall short of the original text. But Jane Austen’s 1813 novel Pride and Prejudice may be the exception. (Well, fingers crossed.)It’s been more than 200 years since its publication…
Breaking barriers in top gear
Written by Erika McGown. When Katelyn Czubara gripped the wheel of the ANU Formula Sport Team’s custom-built car, her thoughts weren’t just on speed or engineering – it was about re-engaging in a lifelong passion and defying the quiet pressure that comes with being the first female driver in…
Professor Ian McAllister Receives Prestigious International Award for Public Opinion Research
The School of Politics and International Relations (SPIR) is proud to share that Professor Ian McAllister has been awarded the 2025 Helen Dinerman Award by the World Association for Public Opinion Research (WAPOR). The Dinerman Award is WAPOR’s highest honour, recognising exceptional…
Rare archival photographs commemorate a pivotal moment of Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait) history
Written by Erika McGown. If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a collection of archival photographs is an entire library of memories. Fifty years ago, a group of Japanese researchers – known as the Torres Strait Kenkyūkai – travelled to Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait), visiting every…
Australia should stand up for our feta and prosecco in trade talks with the EU
Written by Hazel Moir and John Power. Trade Minister Don Farrell has confirmed Australia and the European Union will restart negotiations for a free trade agreement immediately. Two years ago, Australia walked away over a disappointing market access offer for our beef, sheep, dairy and sugar…
Defections are fairly common in Australian politics. But history shows they are rarely a good career move
Written by Frank Bongiorno. For many years now, Australian political scientists have pointed out that established partisan allegiance is in decline. In 1967, 36% of Coalition supporters and 32% of Labor voters reported lifetime voting for their side. At the 2022 election, the Australian…
Menopause Matters Symposium
Written by Sally Eales. To coincide with the International Day of Action for Women's Health, the Menopause Matters Symposium - Towards a greater understanding of menopause in academia was held at the ANU on 27 May in the RSSS auditorium. Designed to tackle one of the workplace's most…