Parklets need better council backing through more creative policies
As Yarra City Council updates its parklet policy, an RMIT expert is calling for councils to expand and innovate their parklet policies and programs to transform streets and enliven local communities.
Watching violence online is affecting our mental health, and we are not prepared for it
Violent events now reach audiences instantly and repeatedly through mobile media, often without consent or context. RMIT experts examine how this reshapes emotional wellbeing and why digital grief literacy is critical to protecting audiences from cumulative psychological harm.
Don’t throw away your old tea towels – here’s why
Have you ever wondered why old tea towels often perform better than new ones at drying dishes? An RMIT expert explains the science behind why tea towels can improve with age.
RMIT experts available to comment on 2026 Winter Olympics
The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games will officially commence on Friday 6 February local time, with 53 athletes representing Australia. RMIT experts are available to comment on a range of topics related to the Games.
Personalised cancer treatment entering a transformative phase driven by AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly accelerating the shift towards personalised cancer treatments. Ahead of World Cancer Day, an RMIT expert explains how these advances are improving treatment options and what challenges still need to be overcome.
100 years of broadcast TV – what can we learn heading into an uncertain future?
When the TV broadcast signal hit the scene 100 years ago, it went on to disrupt existing news, media and entertainment to form a billion-dollar industry engaging audiences and reaching every part of Australia, from cities to remote communities.
How to make your swimsuit last longer
To beat the heat, Australians will often spend their summer by the ocean and pool, though few realise how rapidly chlorine, salt and sun can breakdown their swimwear. An RMIT expert explains why, and shares tips on how to maintain the quality and longevity of your swimsuit.
Money lessons to teach your children at every age
Financial literacy is a commonly overlooked life skill, though it plays a crucial role in shaping children’s future decisions from their first car to planning for retirement. An RMIT expert shares age‑appropriate concepts and practical ways parents and carers can build money skills from childhood through to early adulthood.
