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A collection of media highlights from Charles Darwin University
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Good news for staff at Charles Darwin University, Enterprise Agreement certified by FWC
Charles Darwin University (CDU) has had the Enterprise Agreement voted on by staff last year certified by the Fair Work Commission.
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![Charles Darwin University (CDU) Art Gallery is proud to present the Gurindji freedom banners from 20 April until 15 July 2023, which tell the story of the historic Wave Hill Walk-off in 1966.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-04/230419_Gurindji-2.jpg?h=a31b7f42&itok=6V41sJod)
Gurindji freedom banners on display at CDU Art Gallery
Charles Darwin University (CDU) Art Gallery is proud to present the Gurindji freedom banners from 20 April until 15 July 2023, which tell the story of the historic Wave Hill Walk-off in 1966.
Read more about Gurindji freedom banners on display at CDU Art Gallery![Twelve students will participate in Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) HEA582 Neonatal/Paediatric Retrieval Clinical Residential at the Casuarina campus this week.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-04/Aeromedical%20Retrieval%20course%20launch%2031%20%281%29.jpg?h=4601c3fc&itok=XpN1YGTd)
Three-day intensive focuses on critical aeromedical training
Aeromedical students from across Australia have come together at Charles Darwin University's Casuarina campus for an intensive simulation on neonatal and paediatric retrievals.
Read more about Three-day intensive focuses on critical aeromedical training![A new Charles Darwin University (CDU) program to bring drones into the classroom has received Federal Government funding.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-03/221115_Drone-2.jpg?h=f87ff380&itok=OdRDh70Z)
New drone program awarded Federal funding
Students from across the Northern Territory will have the chance to learn the ins and outs of the NT drone industry after a Charles Darwin University (CDU) program received Federal Government funding.
Read more about New drone program awarded Federal funding![New funding will look to develop satellite fire mapping tech to help manage what happens on the ground. Pictured L-R CDU Research Dr Rohan Fisher, Minister for Industry Nicole Manison, NAFI Developer Tom Lynch and CDU spatial software engineer Dr Patrice Weber.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-03/New%20mapping%20technology%20gives%20land%20managers%20another%20tool%20to%20protect%20landscapes.jpg?h=8ef94dd2&itok=GNj0OQid)
New mapping technology gives land managers another tool to protect landscapes
Planned high-resolution satellite mapping will help land managers reduce bushfires and increase carbon-offset income for communities in the Northern Territory.
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![A Charles Darwin University (CDU) study revealed the southern cassowary remains an important disperses of rainforest plants in fragmented and urbanised landscapes. Picture: Mariana Campbell](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-04/Cassowary%204.jpg?h=819f6311&itok=0zE3ROml)
Cassowaries still crucial to seed dispersal, study shows
Cassowaries continue to be one of nature’s most critical gardeners, with a new study into seed dispersal through their scats reaffirming their role in the ecological function of pockets of remnant rainforests.
Read more about Cassowaries still crucial to seed dispersal, study shows![Charles Darwin University researchers have collaborated in a study that explored how tobacco control initiatives could develop more effective campaigns to reduce smoking.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-03/iStock-1143217374%5B8237%5D.jpg?h=65aa3d03&itok=MWoAN3_0)
Anti-smoking campaigns should target misconceptions, study shows
Tobacco control initiatives should consider focusing on dispelling false beliefs like that smoking elevates moods, reduces stress and provides comfort, a new study has found.
Read more about Anti-smoking campaigns should target misconceptions, study shows![New Charles Darwin University (CDU) research into false killer whales in Northern Australia reveals that they are unique from their deep-water cousins.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-03/False%20Killer%20Whales-min.jpg?h=3c431e3f&itok=j7jRznlY)
Study shows links between Australia’s false killer whales and endangered groups from Hawaii
False killer whales off the Northern Australia coast need their conservation status reviewed because of similarities they share with groups from Hawaii listed as Endangered in the USA, a Charles Darwin University (CDU) researcher says.
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Health workforce lift for NT in Alice Springs
Finding solutions to the dire challenges facing the health workforce in rural and remote areas to better support Territorians, particularly First Nations people, is the focus of a Symposium at the Convention Centre in Alice Springs today.
Read more about Health workforce lift for NT in Alice Springs![First Nations ranger trainees from across the Top End are working to become certified rangers through the ‘Ranger Ready’ program.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-03/230323_Kakadu-16.jpg?h=58c8a5e7&itok=sjrRzR4-)
Rangers gain vital skills to care for Country
Ranger trainees from across the Top End have become certified through the 'Ranger Ready' program, combining traditional knowledge with conservation training.
Read more about Rangers gain vital skills to care for Country![Axe-throwing movement is under the microscope to understand how the body moves during three professional axe-throwing techniques.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-03/iStock-1393649347.jpg?h=84071268&itok=FEtj7w1I)
What happens to your body when you throw an axe?
With the sport of axe throwing growing and elite competition booming, a Charles Darwin University (CDU) sports scientist is looking at how the three most common throwing techniques impact the body.
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Donating blood A-positive experience
Charles Darwin University staff and students are rolling up their sleeves for those in need in the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood Tertiary Blood Challenge.
Read more about Donating blood A-positive experience![A Charles Darwin University (CDU) Lecturer in Culinary Arts is helping those in the Northern Territory hospitality industry to keep their skills sharp by assisting them to practice infrequently used cooking techniques.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-04/Desert%20Chef%20Mix%20team%202%20%281%29%20-%20compressed.jpg?h=58c8a5e7&itok=Lq9MfopW)
Lecturer keeps the skills of the local hospitality industry sharp
A Charles Darwin University (CDU) Lecturer in Culinary Arts is helping those in the Northern Territory hospitality industry to keep their skills sharp by assisting them to practice infrequently used cooking techniques.
Read more about Lecturer keeps the skills of the local hospitality industry sharp![Charles Darwin University (CDU)’s new Lecturer in Contemporary Music Dr Vincent Perry is passionate about music and teaching and is calling on all students who want to study music to come to CDU.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-03/Vincent%20Perry%203.jpg?h=72113b75&itok=1pkCU8EB)
CDU’s Arts Academy to nurture NT’s brightest musicians as new lecturer comes on board
Vincent Perry once busked on the streets of Queensland to pay his TAFE tuition but now is an accomplished percussionist with Darwin Symphony Orchestra and bringing his skills to the classroom as Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) new Lecturer in Contemporary Music.
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CDU congratulates winners of the NT’s Young Achiever Awards
A Charles Darwin University (CDU) alumnus with a passion for advocating for quality education for First Nations people has been named as this years’ Northern Territory Young Achiever of the year.
Read more about CDU congratulates winners of the NT’s Young Achiever Awards![Vietnam Nursing Tour](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-04/Vietnam%20nursing%20tour.jpg?h=29234840&itok=GPfKfWPn)
Nursing students travel to Vietnam for primary healthcare program
Seven nursing students from Charles Darwin University (CDU) have recently travelled to Vietnam to learn about healthcare practices in Southeast Asia.
Read more about Nursing students travel to Vietnam for primary healthcare program![Two outstanding Charles Darwin University (CDU) students have been recognised for their commitment to fellow students and local communities at the recent Study NT International Student Awards.](/files/styles/mask_column_narrow_1x/public/2023-04/20230309%20STUDY%20NT%20-%20HIGH-40%20%281%29.jpg?h=9855f42d&itok=T7Ec-X5C)
International students honoured for community contributions
Two outstanding Charles Darwin University (CDU) students have been recognised for their commitment to fellow students and local communities at the recent Study NT International Student Awards.
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