Society and Environment

Today marks 50 years since the landmark 1969 Transportation Plan. Here, we take a look back on the plan that brought Melbourne its network of freeways and roads, and how its legacy stacks up in 2019.

Forget kombucha and think bugs – an RMIT expert says we need look towards nutrients and foods that are both kinder to us, and to the planet.

A new smart technology platform launched today in Bendigo will help residents keep cool this summer by mapping the location of urban hot spots in the city to avoid on hot days.

As the cut flower industry hits one of its busiest periods, new RMIT research has shown that the water-absorbing green floral foam used by florists is contributing to the world’s microplastic problem.

With more than 70 million displaced people world-wide and human rights violations exposed in Australia’s mental health system, our experts unpack some of the pressing issues on World Human Rights Day.

Vietnamese-Australian celebrity chef and restaurateur Luke Nguyen received an Honorary Doctorate at RMIT University Vietnam’s graduation ceremony for his culinary contributions to the wider community.

RMIT welcomed Corey Hannett, Director-General of Victoria’s Major Transport Infrastructure Authority, to launch a new book that examines a leading health and safety model for the construction industry.

Experienced leader and academic, Professor Peter Coloe has been appointed RMIT Vietnam Chairman.