Recognition of mental health nurses key to reform
Mental health nurses make up nearly half of the global mental health workforce, yet they remain overlooked as central leaders in mental health reform. An RMIT expert argues the need to recognise and uplift mental health nurses and systems under growing global pressure.
Truth-telling must underpin Victoria’s landmark anti-LGBTIQA+ hate crimes inquiry
Victoria has established a landmark parliamentary inquiry into anti-LGBTIQA+ hate crimes, extremist recruitment and online harms. An RMIT expert says the inquiry presents a rare opportunity not only to respond to rising hate, but to confront the institutional histories that shape it.
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.
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.
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.
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.
