Empowering remote communities through skills training
Skill shortages in remote areas means that something as simple as repairing a leaky tap can cost thousands of dollars.
Top gong awarded to leading researcher
A Charles Darwin University researcher and globally recognised ecologist has been awarded a prestigious medal for his contributions to ecological science.
Iconic Australian Jack Thompson AM to deliver this year’s Vincent Lingiari Memorial Lecture
Iconic Australian actor and First Nations advocate Jack Thompson AM will deliver the 23rd Vincent Lingiari Memorial Lecture at Charles Darwin University (CDU) in August.
CDU strengthens defence ties with Alliance
Charles Darwin University will bring its strategic location and unique research capabilities to the table of an important organisation dedicated to advancing Australia’s defence innovation, science, and technology capabilities.
From hairdresser to business owner
Esme Pye was 16 years old when she left Australia for the United Kingdom to be a hairdressing apprentice, but she missed the sunshine so returned home before completing the apprenticeship.
CDU introduces the first Australian accredited course to help nature therapy bloom
In an Australian first, Charles Darwin University (CDU) is introducing a nationally accredited course in Therapeutic Horticulture, bringing an alternative therapy technique to complement a range of health and social services.
$3.5 million to fund new CDU TAFE Trades Training Centre in Katherine
Today at the Charles Darwin University (CDU) Katherine Rural Campus, the Honourable Brendan O’Connor MP Minister for Skills and Training announced CDU TAFE will receive $2.5 million to build a new Technical Trades Training centre on the site.
CDU partners with Hoops 4 Health to celebrate NAIDOC week
This NAIDOC Week Charles Darwin University (CDU) is joining forces with a leading Northern Territory organisation that empowers First Nations young people and communities through the sport of basketball.
Funding boost for invaluable bushfire mapping service
The North Australia and Rangelands Fire Information service at Charles Darwin University will continue to guide thousands of people through Northern Australia’s intense fire seasons after being awarded a Federal Government grant for operations.
Rare footage reveals intimate family lives of blue whales
The intimate family lives of blue whales, including a blue whale nursing its calf underwater, has been revealed in extraordinary footage captured in a project led by an international marine ecologist from Charles Darwin University and Australian National University.
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