News: government
Two options for COVID-19 Roadmap to Recovery
Leading researchers from the University of Adelaide have contributed to a major Group of Eight report which presents two clear options to lead Australia out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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2019 Sir John Downer Oration
The Federal Treasurer, Hon Josh Frydenberg MP recently presented the 2019 Sir John Downer Oration where he spoke about federalism and the Australian economy.
Glenthorne Farm transfers to State for new national park
Glenthorne National Park has taken a major step closer to becoming a reality, with the official transfer of land from the University of Adelaide to the State Government now signed.
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Julia Gillard awarded honorary doctorate
The University of Adelaide recognised the outstanding contributions to society of four eminent Australians during the University’s April and May graduation ceremonies.
Former Prime Minister the Hon. Julia Gillard AC; South Australia’s Chief Scientist, Professor Caroline McMillen; Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Queensland Professor Peter Høj AC; and renowned ecologist Professor Hugh Possingham, were awarded honorary doctorates.
How do we meet our climate change targets?
In April the University of Adelaide held an event that explored options for Australia to meet its climate change targets.
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Elder Conservatorium opened to country kids
In May, SA Education Minister John Gardner announced the Government's support for the University of Adelaide's Open Music Academy.
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City Deal for Adelaide signed
Recently, the Australia Government, the Government of South Australia and the City of Adelaide signed the Adelaide City Deal, a ten year agreement to grow Adelaide as an innovative and vibrant city.
New Centre of Excellence will focus on the European Union
In February, Federal Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment, Simon Birmingham launched the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence in International Trade and Global Affairs.
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Climate change update 2019
The University's Environment Institute recently hosted Climate Update 2019, an overview of how our climate is changing and how we are responding to these changes in Australia and around the world.
Playford Trust Scholarship Awards
The University of Adelaide hosted the Playford Trust Scholarship Awards in the Scott Theatre recently.
