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  2. Thumbnail for New partnership plans Tasmanian sonar test facility

    New partnership plans Tasmanian sonar test facility

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/679-new-partnership-plans-tasmanian-sonar-test-facility
    24 Jul 2018: Update April 2024: The plans to establish a sonar testing facility in Tasmania did not proceed and the partnership is no longer in effect. The Australian Maritime College has partnered with international defence giant Thales to investigate
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    A paramedic education that opens doors and opportunities

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/807-a-paramedic-education-that-opens-doors-and-opportunities
    19 Dec 2018: From call-outs to serious car crashes on remote outback highways to delivering babies in tropical Darwin…it’s all in a day’s work for paramedic Justin Blomeley. When paramedicine becomes a nationally regulated profession on December 1,
  4. Thumbnail for Beef, lamb, lobster or fish?

    Beef, lamb, lobster or fish?

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/572-beef-lamb-lobster-or-fish
    9 Apr 2018: A new study by a team of Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS) and Canadian scientists has found that catching most types of fish produces far less carbon per kilo of protein than land-based alternatives such as beef or lamb. The
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    Nina joins the culture club

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/708-nina-joins-the-culture-club
    10 Aug 2018: For her part, Nina is determining the best ‘grain’ to milk ratio for commercial production of kefir dairy products, in collaboration with interested dairy companies in Tasmania. “Kefir grain is a microbiological culture and, when submerged in
  6. Thumbnail for 5 ways a PhD will enhance your career

    5 ways a PhD will enhance your career

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/758-5-ways-a-phd-will-enhance-your-career
    30 Nov 2018: 1. You will develop specialist technical skills. Studying for a PhD fosters new research skills that enable you to explore your thesis topic deeply with specialised insight. You will be mentored by an accomplished researcher in your field – they
  7. Thumbnail for Dive into a marine science career

    Dive into a marine science career

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/730-dive-into-a-marine-science-career
    27 Sep 2018: Are you passionate about the environment, love the ocean, and enjoy science? Studying a Marine and Antarctic Studies degree could be a perfect fit for you. With an extraordinary natural environment, a relaxed lifestyle and a world-leading study
  8. Thumbnail for Get inspired to make your creative ideas reality

    Get inspired to make your creative ideas reality

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/738-get-inspired-to-make-your-creative-ideas-reality
    9 Oct 2018: Do you want the power to make your creative visions come to life? Our Architecture and Design facilities are excellent - and so are our graduates. And you can be too. What sets us apart is not just our breadth of functional and impressive
  9. Thumbnail for Ramp up your design and making experience

    Ramp up your design and making experience

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/729-ramp-up-your-design-and-making-experience
    26 Sep 2018: At the University of Tasmania we believe the most powerful way to learn is by doing. That’s why our Architecture and Design degrees includes valuable learning by making classes, giving students at ALL year levels the chance to get practical
  10. Thumbnail for Investigate Tassie, the science state

    Investigate Tassie, the science state

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/751-investigate-tassie-the-science-state
    19 Nov 2018: Are you keen on nature, adventure, and discovery? Congratulations! You’re destined to be a scientist! From surveying to seal tracking, at the University of Tasmania we’ve got study opportunities for every science fan. For a start, Tasmania is
  11. Thumbnail for Marine science for maths lovers

    Marine science for maths lovers

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/731-marine-science-for-maths-lovers
    27 Sep 2018: Do you care deeply about the environment? Do the politics of environmental management fascinate you? As technology progresses and the human population grows, the environment is being put under more stress. That’s why society needs more graduates
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    Finding friends in a new land

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/641-finding-friends-in-a-new-land
    11 Jun 2018: Story by Susan Oong. Banner image by Richard Jupe. Kicking a soccer ball around helped forge the friendship between Hazara asylum seeker Haji Alizada and University of Tasmania social housing researcher Julia Verdouw. Now 23, Alizada is an entrepreneur
  13. Thumbnail for Rock star finds his voice in the classroom

    Rock star finds his voice in the classroom

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/524-rock-star-finds-his-voice-in-the-classroom
    2 Feb 2018: Tyler Richardson fronts a successful Tasmanian punk band, but his next big gig takes place on a very different kind of stage. Tyler has now graduated with a Bachelor of Education (Applied Learning) degree and is connecting with a new audience. I’ve
  14. Thumbnail for School project gets an 'A'

    School project gets an 'A'

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/709-school-project-gets-an-a
    10 Aug 2018: The new learning asset in the centre of Hobart is defying all attempts to be defined, categorised, or bound by its geography. "The A-Lab is a tangible expression of the Making of the Future Partnership Agreement and is a rich resource to be utilised
  15. Thumbnail for A toast to success in business

    A toast to success in business

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/746-a-toast-to-success-in-business
    6 Nov 2018: After working in hospitality for over 10 years, studying at the University of Tasmania helped Courtney Quinn-McCabe launch her own festival. As part of her Bachelor of Business, she came up with the concept for Ginuary, a festive, laid-back,
  16. Thumbnail for Five myths about studying for a PhD

    Five myths about studying for a PhD

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/748-five-myths-about-studying-for-a-phd
    7 Nov 2018: Myth 1. It will be hard to choose a great topicThe great thing about a PhD is that it’s your chance to delve into something you find interesting and really immerse yourself in the topic. By working together with your supervisor, you can find a
  17. Thumbnail for Keeping the cycle of science moving

    Keeping the cycle of science moving

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/719-keeping-the-cycle-of-science-moving
    14 Sep 2018: Liam Burt has always known what he wanted to do with his life: study science, and communicate science. Liam is near the end of his Bachelor of Science with Honours, supported by the Marshall Hughes Honours Scholarship in Chemistry. “Rather than
  18. Thumbnail for No simple trigger for soil ‘carbon bomb’

    No simple trigger for soil ‘carbon bomb’

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/558-no-simple-trigger-for-soil-carbon-bomb
    12 Mar 2018: A new international study has found the relationship between soil carbon and its impact on global warming is more complicated than first thought. Research lead author Professor Natasja van Gestel from Texas Tech University was joined by a team of
  19. Thumbnail for Smoke signals way to best practice

    Smoke signals way to best practice

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/706-smoke-signals-way-to-best-practice
    10 Aug 2018: A real-world experiment is drawing on the concept of renewal ecology to help explore the relationship between fire and herbivore activity in Tasmania’s Midlands. Researchers from the University of Tasmania’s School of Natural Sciences, in
  20. Thumbnail for A career where you never get bored

    A career where you never get bored

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/811-a-career-where-you-never-get-bored
    19 Dec 2018: Kristy Stevenson is seeking a career where she can travel and use her skills and knowledge to make a positive difference in the world. This is what drew her to study a Bachelor of Agricultural Science at the University of Tasmania. Ag is one of those
  21. Thumbnail for Why geology is so much more than mining

    Why geology is so much more than mining

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/739-why-geology-is-so-much-more-than-mining
    9 Oct 2018: Johanna Van Balen is studying a Bachelor of Science majoring in Geology, which she says is “fascinating. ”“Geology is the foundation of almost everything we have today. One hundred million years is not much in the grand scheme of things, really!
  22. Thumbnail for How do we know when trees will die?

    How do we know when trees will die?

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/656-how-do-we-know-when-trees-will-die
    4 Jul 2018: New research has confirmed failure of the water transport system causes tree mortality in drought, with scientists advocating a new optical technique which will help assess vulnerability of forests to future damage. Researchers from the University
  23. Thumbnail for Choosing education to change lives

    Choosing education to change lives

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/521-choosing-education-to-change-lives
    30 Jan 2018: Not everyone knows what they want to do in life or what career they’re keen to pursue after leaving high school or college. That was certainly the case for Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education) graduate Jonathon James. Studying
  24. Thumbnail for Good enough to bottle: supporting the growth of Tassie wine

    Good enough to bottle: supporting the growth of Tassie wine

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/788-good-enough-to-bottle-supporting-the-growth-of-tassie-wine
    19 Oct 2018: University of Tasmania researchers are helping farmers across Australia: understanding the differences in Pinots; finding bioactive compounds in cherries; and bringing genomics to tree breeding for forestry. As any connoisseur will testify, good wine
  25. Thumbnail for Going for gold

    Going for gold

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/814-going-for-gold
    19 Dec 2018: We are often told that to find a career you love, you need to follow your passion in life. Georga Brennan took this one step further by combining her two passions - horses and agriculture, to set herself up for an exciting future career. Growing up,
  26. Thumbnail for Warming Tasmanian waters invite octopus migration

    Warming Tasmanian waters invite octopus migration

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/654-warming-tasmanian-waters-invite-octopus-migration
    29 Jun 2018: In a further sign of the impact of warming oceans on Tasmanian ecosystems, a species of octopus previously confined to eastern Australian waters is extending its range south, riding a new wave of warm water as ocean currents change. In a new study,
  27. Thumbnail for A new generation making an impact on learning

    A new generation making an impact on learning

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/515-a-new-generation-making-an-impact-on-learning
    19 Jan 2018: Master of Teaching (Secondary) student Laura Eastley is completing her final Professional placement at Mountain Heights school in Queenstown, on Tasmania’s west coast. She never thought she’d be embarking on a teaching career in the same remote
  28. Thumbnail for A great environment for learning

    A great environment for learning

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/506-a-great-environment-for-learning
    2 Jan 2018: Christoph Speer always thought he’d be an architect, which is why he only took an Environmental Science unit to fill a gap in his timetable. But he ended up loving that subject, so he switched to a Science degree and majored in Geography and
  29. Thumbnail for Studying agriculture in Tasmania just makes sense

    Studying agriculture in Tasmania just makes sense

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/815-studying-agriculture-in-tasmania-just-makes-sense
    19 Dec 2018: MengYong Lim made the decision to move to Tasmania several years ago and says he doesn’t regret it for a minute. In 2015, MengYong moved from Malaysia to the beautiful shores of Tasmania to study a Bachelor of Agricultural Science at the University
  30. Thumbnail for Vincent works his magic on Harry Potter

    Vincent works his magic on Harry Potter

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/705-vincent-works-his-magic-on-harry-potter
    10 Aug 2018: It’s all in a day’s work for Vincent Yap, an architecture graduate-turned-theme park attraction and set designer at Universal Creative in Orlando, Florida. As theme park visitors follow in the boy wizard’s footsteps along Diagon Alley to
  31. Thumbnail for An Appeal-ing education mission

    An Appeal-ing education mission

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/644-an-appeal-ing-education-mission
    14 Jun 2018: Tasmania’s Year 12 completion rates have historically been some of the lowest in the country, as has the percentage of our population achieving a tertiary education, but a University of Tasmania scholarship program has been working to address this
  32. Thumbnail for Joining forces to fight cancer

    Joining forces to fight cancer

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/609-joining-forces-to-fight-cancer
    17 May 2018: The University of Tasmania has joined an international research partnership designed to better understand the role of cancer in ecological and evolutionary processes. The University will collaborate with a group of French research institutions and
  33. Thumbnail for How Kelsey's move home was a move in the right direction

    How Kelsey's move home was a move in the right direction

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/753-how-kelseys-move-home-was-a-move-in-the-right-direction
    19 Nov 2018: When Kelsey Thomas finished Year 12 she thought the only way succeed was to leave Tasmania. “I left Tassie with the intention of going to Melbourne to get my degree because that was the misconception – that you needed to go to Melbourne to get a
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    Taking care of business

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/816-taking-care-of-business
    19 Dec 2018: For Will Campbell, agriculture means business. Will grew up on a family farm in Bothwell, Tasmania and is currently studying the Bachelor of Applied Science (Agriculture and Business) at the University of Tasmania. After taking a year off after
  35. Thumbnail for Creating change around the world with sustainable design

    Creating change around the world with sustainable design

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/723-creating-change-around-the-world-with-sustainable-design
    18 Sep 2018: Banner image, from left: Volunteers Holly Thurston-Doyle, Emily Hunt and Millie Knott. Millie Knott’s decision to study Architecture and Design and Philosophy at the University of Tasmania has taken her all over the world. Millie has a lot of
  36. Thumbnail for Galloping into a new career

    Galloping into a new career

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/686-galloping-into-a-new-career
    25 Jul 2018: Mady Muirhead grew up on farms, and loves horses. So when she heard about the University of Tasmania’s Agribusiness course, she galloped right into it. “I enjoy being outside and around animals, getting my hands dirty. I originally thought I’d
  37. Thumbnail for The 5 best Tassie study breaks

    The 5 best Tassie study breaks

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/745-the-5-best-tassie-study-breaks
    5 Nov 2018: Studying for a PhD is extremely rewarding but it’s a lot of work. That means it’s important to take breaks to rejuvenate and relax, so you can return to your research refreshed and with renewed determination. Tasmania is a place with fresh air,
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    Discovering the diversity of agriculture

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/813-discovering-the-diversity-of-agriculture
    19 Dec 2018: When a current agricultural science student visited Guilford Young College, it opened up a whole new world of possibilities for Lauren Rowlands. When Lauren was in her final year of college, like a lot of school leavers, she was unsure what career
  39. Thumbnail for Agriculture degree gives graduate incredible globe-trotting career

    Agriculture degree gives graduate incredible globe-trotting career

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/812-agriculture-degree-gives-graduate-incredible-globe-trotting-career
    19 Dec 2018: It was the wicked problems facing the world that attracted Miriam McCormack to study agriculture in the first place, and now she gets immense satisfaction from playing a role in research into food security in developing countries. Miriam graduated
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    Exclusion is not the answer

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/627-exclusion-is-not-the-answer
    14 Jun 2018: Tasmania has among the lowest school retention rates in the country. But experts at the University of Tasmania are working to turn this around. Imagine you’re a young person who hasn’t had an easy journey through school. You may be disengaged
  41. Thumbnail for Australian fish population decreasing

    Australian fish population decreasing

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/637-australian-fish-population-decreasing
    7 Jun 2018: Large fish species are rapidly declining around Australia, according to the first continental diver census of shallow reef fish. Contrary to years of sustainability reports, our study indicates that excessive fishing pressure is contributing to
  42. Thumbnail for Crew mate camaraderie helps you stay afloat during tough times

    Crew mate camaraderie helps you stay afloat during tough times

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/652-crew-mate-camaraderie-helps-you-stay-afloat-during-tough-times
    25 Jun 2018: Kate Jensen has spent the past 20 years working at sea and can’t imagine a more rewarding career anywhere else. As an Integrating Rating, she thrives on the sense of freedom that having the ocean as your office provides and loves nothing more than
  43. Thumbnail for The lawyer land warrior

    The lawyer land warrior

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/580-the-lawyer-land-warrior
    3 Jun 2018: When a handful of volunteers gathered in 2001 no one could have envisaged the Tasmanian Land Conservancy's extraordinary trajectory. Jane Hutchinson was one of the original core group that met in a Hobart cafe. A practicing lawyer at the time, she
  44. Thumbnail for How tree bonds can help preserve the urban forest

    How tree bonds can help preserve the urban forest

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/564-how-tree-bonds-can-help-preserve-the-urban-forest
    20 Mar 2018: Great cities need trees to be great places, but urban changes put pressure on the existing trees as cities develop. As a result, our rapidly growing cities are losing trees at a worrying rate. So how can we grow our cities and save our city
  45. Thumbnail for How Tasmanian researchers saved Australia’s newsprint industry

    How Tasmanian researchers saved Australia’s newsprint industry

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/767-how-tasmanian-researchers-saved-australias-newsprint-industry
    31 Aug 2018: Things have been far from smooth sailing for the Boyer paper mill in Tasmania’s Derwent Valley since it pulped, squeezed, and rolled out Australia’s first sheet of newsprint back in 1941. While the mill still supplies most newspapers around the
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    Tassie devils’ decline has left a feast of carrion for feral cats

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/801-tassie-devils-decline-has-left-a-feast-of-carrion-for-feral-cats
    29 Nov 2018: The decline of Tasmanian devils is having an unusual knock-on effect: animal carcasses would once have been gobbled up in short order by devils are now taking many days longer to disappear. We made the discovery, published today in the journal
  47. Thumbnail for Australian hardwood could revolutionise how we build cities

    Australian hardwood could revolutionise how we build cities

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/764-australian-hardwood-could-revolutionise-how-we-build-cities
    22 Aug 2018: Over the next few years, Australia will produce a hardwood supply like never before. Tasmania alone will produce a massive 3 million cubic metres of the material each year. The result of mass plantings of blue gum and shining gum in the 1990s and
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    The best seats in the house

    https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/648-the-best-seats-in-the-house
    28 Jun 2018: When these six students signed up to study at the School of Creative Arts they had little notion that by second year they would be working on a professional commission. And for one of Australia’s premier arts festivals, no less. As part of their

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