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Burn Area Animation Tool

Fire in motion: New animation platform and updates to key bushfire resources

A demand for data to inform fire management has prompted Charles Darwin University researchers to develop a tool animating historic bushfires across Australia. 

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Douglas Djalanba, Charles Yirrwala, Samuel Gulwa, Sam Williams, Jackie Gould, Henry Imberamana, Jack Marilain and Molly Yarrngu after the site registration meeting. Picture: David Mason

Research project leads to sacred sites registrations

A collaboration between Traditional Owners and a Charles Darwin University PhD student has resulted in 11 sacred sites across Arnhem Land being registered by the Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority. 

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The use of tinnies in remote transport has led to significant shifts in the way Indigenous Australians engage in the land. Picture: Sam Williams

Transport study reveals why journey is as important as the destination

A days’ long canoe voyage along the Arnhem Land coast can now be completed within hours in a tinnie, but accelerating movement has unique and complex implications for Indigenous peoples’ relationship with their ancestral Country, according to a new research paper. 

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Dr Kate Golebiowska, Dr Tracy Woodroffe, Alicia Boyle, Professor Ruth Wallace, and Professor Kim Humphery at the launch.

Guidebook to increase student inclusion, retention and unit completion

A new learning resource designed to engage First Nations students to complete courses and succeed in tertiary education will be rolled out to Charles Darwin University lecturers from today.

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Photo Synthesis: CDU’s Research through the Lens is a new initiative aiming to highlight the visual side of research conducted at Charles Darwin University.

New photography competition and exhibition showcases CDU’s research

From ants encircling their prey to the microscopic details of a moth’s antenna, a new photography competition and exhibition is giving the public a rare glimpse into the fascinating world of academic research.

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A NAFI satellite image of fires across the Top End. NAFI Thas received a $588,000 grant through the Disaster Resilience Australia Package.

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. 

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two male researchers pose for camera

Research showcase uncovers impact of local studies

For the first time the Charles Darwin University Northern Institute will host a research showcase in Alice Springs to highlight projects, how organisations can get involved and what impact research has in the region. 

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NT Pathways to Politics for Women graduate Asta Hill is running in the upcoming NT general election.

Politics program empowers women to stand for NT election

A program run by Charles Darwin University to upskill women to pursue a career in politics has reached a significant milestone, with three graduates running for the upcoming Northern Territory general election. 

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Dr Tracy Woodroffe

New study finds there needs to be clearer career pathways to get First Nations teachers in schools

A Charles Darwin University (CDU) researcher has found there needs to be more clarity and communication about possible pathways into teaching to increase the number of First Nations teachers in the Northern Territory. 

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