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Semester 01, 2010 - Edition 01
This Week
19 March 2010
AUSTRALIA VS INDIA OVER STUDENT SAFETY
By: Tegan READ
Australia has been left embarrassed and labeled as ‘racist’ after the recent spate of attacks on Indian students. With an expected decline in the number of internationals studying in Australia, both the Federal Government and individual tertiary providers are reviewing safety procedures for visiting students.
The strained relationship between Australia and India has also been left unresolved with Deputy Prime Minister, Julia Gillard criticizing India’s increased travel warnings for those planning to study in Australia. read article »
Read more 'Attention: Hard Hitting News' articles in this edition.
Attention: Hard Hitting News
Pot smokers risk developing psychotic disorders down the track – WA will soon have more taxis – Universities are trying to fix Australia's ‘racist’ image - And new in-car child restraint laws are coming into effect, with hefty fines for parents who don't buckle up their kids.
Pot smokers risk developing psychotic disorders down the track – WA will soon have more taxis – Universities are trying to fix Australia's ‘racist’ image - And new in-car child restraint laws are coming into effect, with hefty fines for parents who don't buckle up their kids.
Culture: What's happening?
Is male body hair going to be a thing of the past? We check out how the fast growing trend of male waxing is playing out in a Perth male-only salon - Is Avatar the new Star Wars? What do the two have in common? - And the talented students from WAAPA are presenting a free event at Ron Stone Park on March 27.
Is male body hair going to be a thing of the past? We check out how the fast growing trend of male waxing is playing out in a Perth male-only salon - Is Avatar the new Star Wars? What do the two have in common? - And the talented students from WAAPA are presenting a free event at Ron Stone Park on March 27.
ECU News and Features
ECU's Boot Camp and SWAT Challenge are shaping up people aged 14 and older – Bike to breakfast is encouraging students to make greener choices – And new filter water stations could reduce waste and save students money.
ECU's Boot Camp and SWAT Challenge are shaping up people aged 14 and older – Bike to breakfast is encouraging students to make greener choices – And new filter water stations could reduce waste and save students money.
Music News and Reviews
AirIT gives unsigned Australian artists a chance to get on the radio – Perth jazz singer Melody Whittle is recording her debut plate in the US with a famous blues & soul artist – And we preview the West Coast Blues 'n' Roots festival on in Fremantle on Sunday, March 28.
AirIT gives unsigned Australian artists a chance to get on the radio – Perth jazz singer Melody Whittle is recording her debut plate in the US with a famous blues & soul artist – And we preview the West Coast Blues 'n' Roots festival on in Fremantle on Sunday, March 28.
Science and Technology
Mia Freedman: Children should steer clear of adults on Facebook – And is technology the answer for people who don't have time to find love? We look at the latest reseach on love and digital social networking.
Mia Freedman: Children should steer clear of adults on Facebook – And is technology the answer for people who don't have time to find love? We look at the latest reseach on love and digital social networking.
Sport, Health and Wellbeing
Can eating loaves and fishes like Jesus did make us thin? – The search is on for WA's new Mental Health Commissioner – Sex Addition, it’s not all about the sex – And the Perth Wildcats are now the most successful team in Australian NBL history.
Can eating loaves and fishes like Jesus did make us thin? – The search is on for WA's new Mental Health Commissioner – Sex Addition, it’s not all about the sex – And the Perth Wildcats are now the most successful team in Australian NBL history.
