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EOIs for the Voluntary Separation Scheme (VSS) close at 5pm this Friday 26 September 2025 for staff in areas not currently undergoing formal organisational change. Submit your EOI via before the deadline. Further information is on the Renew СÀ¶ÊÓƵ | VSS website

For staff who submitted EOIs in areas undergoing formal change, outcomes are due to be communicated alongside implementation planning, with an aim to confirm those possible by the end of this month. Initial outcomes will be shared by leaders, with further information and confirmation provided by People & Culture.

For the College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) and College of Science and Medicine (CoSM), the Academic Portfolio and Campus Environment, feedback on change proposals is still under review. Following the Interim Vice-Chancellor’s announcement that there will be no involuntary redundancies in these areas, further planning and development is underway on future implementation plans. Additional FAQs have been published on the Renew СÀ¶ÊÓƵ | FAQs website.

The Recruitment Approval Committee (RAC) was implemented to provide University-wide oversight of hiring at СÀ¶ÊÓƵ. Since its formation in May 2024, the RAC has met 35 times. A total of 2,194 roles have been submitted with 2,062 approved (94 per cent approval rating).

Across 2025, a total of 999 roles have been submitted, with 941 approved (94.2 per cent approval rating). On average, the Committee reviews 58 requests per meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for 1 October 2025. Currently, eight requests have been submitted to be reviewed at this meeting.

The СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Council is the governing body of the University and provides strategic oversight and direction for the entire institution. There is currently a casual vacancy open for an Academic staff member to fill this position until the term ends on 29 September 2026.

Voting is now open and will close at 5pm (AEST) on Friday 24 October 2025.

Learn more: Voting open for casual Academic Staff member vacancy

The earliest known evidence of mummification has been uncovered by archaeologists at СÀ¶ÊÓƵ (СÀ¶ÊÓƵ), with the remains from burials at sites across southeastern Asia dating back more than 10,000 years. 

According to the researchers, it was common for ancient hunter-gatherer communities in China and Southeast Asia to honour the dead by folding and binding the body and hanging it over a smoky fire for a long period of time. 

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ (СÀ¶ÊÓƵ) is proud to announce the fulfilment of a $50 million Kambri Scholars Program endowment to provide life-changing support for Indigenous students, thanks to a landmark donation to the University.

The $50 million endowment was achieved after a recent $16.33 million donation from Claire and Charles Gibbon through the Gibbon Foundation.

The University’s Human Resource Management System (HRMS) is being updated to strengthen functionality, security and the overall experience for staff.

This update, which is scheduled to go live on Monday 29 September 2025, includes two key improvements:

As a result, HORUS and the HRMS will be unavailable from 12pm Friday 26 September to 7am Monday 29 September 2025.

If you are unsure if you are affected by this outage, or you require additional information, please contact: the HR Systems team by email: HRSystems@anu.edu.au or by phone: (02) 6125 9622.

If you require assistance setting up for MFA access, see or contact the via the portal or by calling (02) 6125 4321.

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ has launched the Digital Accessibility Services Panel bringing together expert suppliers to support more accessible and inclusive digital experiences across the University.

With over 500 digital systems in use and more than 50 critical to teaching, research and admin ensuring accessibility is essential. The panel offers services like accessibility audits, user testing with people with disability and tailored training for СÀ¶ÊÓƵ staff.

“This is about more than compliance,” says Kim Neville, СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Digital Accessibility Practice Lead, “It’s about creating digital experiences that support equity and inclusion across the University.”

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ has achieved a strong completion rate for goal setting, the first step in the annual Focus cycle. Completion of the mid-year checkpoint, due on 31 July 2025, has been lower. Please continue having regular work discussions and complete the Focus mid-year checkpoint as soon as possible. Further information, including user guides and training, are available on the and .

. Feedback is anonymous, unless you choose to identify yourself.

We recognise that many staff are navigating significant uncertainty at the University and that this can deeply affect morale, motivation and the ability to engage in forward-looking conversations. We acknowledge the emotional and professional toll this can take and assure you that your concerns are heard. While the Focus steps remain an important part of our performance and development cycle, we encourage teams to approach it with flexibility and compassion, recognising that for some, planning for the future of current work could feel especially difficult right now. The aim overall is to build and maintain solid foundations of stability, transparency and trust amongst staff and teams at СÀ¶ÊÓƵ.

Current as of 19 September 2025.

Focus tips and tricks for supervisors:

For staff on the annual 2025 Focus document, the mid-year Checkpoint step due date was 31 July 2025. This step is an opportunity for both staff member and supervisor to check in and record an update on the progress of work since setting goals earlier in the year. Please ensure that your Focus document, and those of your staff, are up to date.

Information, guidance and other training resources are available on the and .

Since reminders about leave began roughly a year ago, we have been tracking our leave balance monthly in On Campus. This is to ensure we all prioritise taking a break and we work collectively on bringing down our leave liability. In September, the total leave provision increased by $805,690, which is higher than the same period last year. With school holidays just around the corner and with the weather warming up, now is a good time to book in some leave and take a break.

Every year, under the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 (PGPA Act), СÀ¶ÊÓƵ must refresh its Corporate Plan, which spans a rolling four years. This plan sets out:

The plan helps the government and the public to understand how СÀ¶ÊÓƵ is working to meet its goals and holds us accountable for the public funds we receive to deliver high-quality research and teaching.

We’re currently reviewing and updating the Corporate Plan for 2026 and want to hear your ideas or suggestions for improvement. You can email your feedback to planning@anu.edu.au by 31 October 2025.

Read more: Help shape the 2026 Corporate Plan

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ is deeply concerned about recent racist actions on campus. Racism has no place at СÀ¶ÊÓƵ and we are committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive community for everyone.

All reports of racism are taken seriously and investigated. When incidents occur, we act quickly, including reporting to and working with the relevant authorities. СÀ¶ÊÓƵ has significant security resources on campus, including broad CCTV coverage. Given the recent actions, our security team has also increased patrols to ensure the safety of our community on campus.

If you experience or witness racism, please report it via the Harmful Behaviours Disclosure Tool and seek support from .

If you feel unsafe at any time, please contact СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Security on (02) 6125 2249. For life threatening emergencies first call 000 (or 0000 if dialling from an internal phone), then call СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Security.

Wednesday 24 September, 6–8pm

This lecture series aims to celebrate our esteemed academics and showcase their areas of expertise in research and teaching. This lecture is presented as a part of the 2025 CAP Professional Lecture Series.

Thursday 25 September, 11.30am–12pm

Join Converge, our new Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for an online information session to learn about the services available to staff and their families. The session will cover wellbeing coaching and counselling, clinical consultants, privacy and confidentiality, critical incident support, digital resources, the customer portal and app, and more. For more information visit .

Monday 29 September, 6.30pm

Join Adjunct Professor Mark Beeson (UTS, Griffith University) as he explores why world leaders struggle to respond to climate change – the greatest challenge of our time. Drawing on insights from his latest book Environmental Anarchy: International Security in the 21st Century, Beeson examines the political roadblocks and considers whether cooperation with China could be part of the solution.

Tuesday 30 September, 4–6pm

In Violent impacts: How power and inequality shape the concussion crisis, Kathryn Henne and Matt Ventresca examine what is and what isn’t captured in popular discourse, scrutinising how law, science and social inequalities shape depictions and understandings of brain injury. Drawing on research carried out in Australia, Canada and the United States, they illustrate how structural violence centres certain bodies as part of the concussion crisis and pushes others to the margins.

Wednesday 1 Oct 2025, 2–5.30pm

Join this year’s СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Energy Update to hear about recent developments in energy transition research.

This annual event brings together energy researchers, policymakers, industry and the public to discuss energy sector developments and present an update on trajectories to decarbonisation. The theme of this year’s event is Getting to Net Zero: Unlocking Domestic and International Opportunities.

Saturday 4 October, 8–9am (weigh-in), 10am competition start

This is your chance to test your strength and be part of one of the most exciting events on the СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Sport calendar.

It looks like a silver orb dropped from the sky. Shiny, smooth and oddly out of place.

Four metres wide, polished steel and heavy enough to anchor itself against the Earth. Step closer and you’ll realise that this isn’t just a sculpture – it’s a map of the stars.

Created in 2013 by artist Wolfgang Buttress in collaboration with astrophysicist Dr Daniel Bayliss, UNA is pierced with more than 9,000 hand and laser cut holes, each one marking a star visible to the naked eye in the Southern Hemisphere, mapped with scientific precision. The brighter the star, the larger the hole. Together, they form a universe you can walk right up to.

Lean in, really close, and look through one of those tiny star-holes. Inside, pinpricks of light scatter across the inner shell, reflections flickering like galaxies suspended in darkness. For a fleeting moment, it feels as if you're floating amongst the stars.

To it, wander where science meets the stars.

Additional on campus Employee Assistance Program (EAP) appointments with a Converge counsellor are now available over the next four weeks. If EAP appointments on campus get over subscribed, additional onsite services will be arranged.

For more details and to book an appointment, visit .

Thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague for the 2025 Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor’s Awards. Every nomination submitted is a powerful reminder of the care, leadership, resilience and quiet excellence that keep our University moving forward.

Nominations have been received from across faculties and teams recognising professional staff, academics, researchers, support roles and collaborative efforts. It’s been inspiring to see such a broad reflection of our University community. The judging process is now underway and recipients will be announced later this year.

We look forward to sharing their stories with you. Until then, thank you again for being part of a culture that values appreciation and recognition especially during times of change.

You might be wondering do I really need to complete all seven СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Pulse modules?

Yes, because every one of us plays a vital role in creating a safe, supportive University for all. These modules give us a shared foundation to work from, helping us protect and uplift our students, colleagues and wider community.

It’s more than a requirement, it’s a reflection of our values. Let’s lead by example. Start today and take the steps that make a difference.

Australian Sports Camps have netball, basketball, cricket and soccer camp programs running at СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Sport for the upcoming school holidays.

Use the code СÀ¶ÊÓƵ30 to receive 30 per cent off.

When it comes to leadership development at СÀ¶ÊÓƵ, Paul Donohue is the man at the helm. As the lead facilitator of the LiPP, Paul brings over 30 years of experience in HR, learning and development, and performance coaching to the table.

Known for his practical, neuroscience-informed approach, Paul’s passion is helping leaders grow and thrive. When he’s not shaping future leaders, you’ll likely find Paul cheering on the mighty Broncos. Go team!

Mojo Cycles is a new bike repair shop located on campus. Run by well-known Canberra bike mechanics with five years’ experience in the local bike community, Mojo Cycles offers reliable bike repairs and second-hand bicycles. More than just a workshop, Mojo Cycles is community-focused and passionate about sustainability. Mojo Cycles also now host regular Cycle Jams – free, volunteer-led bike workshops that encourage riders to look after their bikes.

Move over, flat whites – there’s a new brew on campus stealing the spotlight. Ambi’s Chai has landed in Kambri and it’s serving up steaming cups of spiced goodness that taste like a warm hug.

From the rich, spiced masala chai to delicious eats, Ambi’s serves up authentic flavours that feel like home.

Next time you need a pick-me-up, follow the sweet, spicy aroma and let Ambi's Chai do the magic.

Come along to a Sustainable Commuting Fair and discover how easy and rewarding sustainable commuting can be.  

Explore active travel and public transport options at one of three Fairs to learn practical tips and understand how sustainable commuting benefits both you and the campus community. Drop by Kambri, chat with us and find new ways to make your everyday journeys healthier, cheaper and greener. Supported by Pedal Power, Transport Canberra, Mojo Cycles and SEE Change. 

Date and Time: 

Can’t make it? Explore the  for tips on sustainable transport to СÀ¶ÊÓƵ. 

Want to welcome refugee students to СÀ¶ÊÓƵ? Skill Path is looking for students and staff to join a Student Welcome Group. These groups get involved with airport welcome and set up, practical support and social connections for new СÀ¶ÊÓƵ students from refugee backgrounds. If you’re interested in making connections, developing your leadership skills and making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

The University’s Poster Policy is now undergoing its scheduled six-month, campus-wide review following implementation. Since implementation, a number of dedicated noticeboards have been installed across campus for community use. We invite all members of the СÀ¶ÊÓƵ community to share feedback on how the policy is working in practice and any suggestions for enhancement. Please send your comments or recommendations to fixmycampus.fs@anu.edu.au.

Feedback closes Tuesday 7 October.

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Security – (02) 6125 2249 

For life threatening emergencies first call 000 (or 0000 if dialing from an internal phone), then call СÀ¶ÊÓƵ Security.  

Media hotline – (02) 6125 7979 

Contact the media hotline during business hours or email media@anu.edu.au for media queries regarding the University and its operations, or to track down experts that aren’t listed in our .

Help is available if you need it. The University has a range of information and services that can be accessed by Managers and staff.  

Whether it's a work-related issue or a personal one, the University encourages you to seek counselling support through the .

If you need to support a student in distress, please refer to developed by the  team.