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Waste not, want not – new measures to reduce harmful single-use plastics

The University makes every effort to identify and implement environmentally sustainable practices wherever possible.

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A safe environment for everyone: protecting children and vulnerable people in our community

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Making our campuses safe spaces for everyone in the University community is an ongoing responsibility all of us share.

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The promise of education cannot be guaranteed

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The University has a lot to offer students including access to the knowledge, skills and experience to build a future career. But great education services are no guarantee of future outcomes.

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End of year insurance deadlines: last chance to report notifiable events

As we approach the end of the year, it’s time to review matters within your schools, faculties, branches and business units and report any notifiable events or potential claims to the Legal & Risk Branch. If you previously notified an event, and have an update, let us know about that too.

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Simplified reporting obligations for public officers

The statutory responsibilities of the State’s key public integrity agencies – the (ICAC), the (OPI) and – were recently changed by the South Australian Parliament.

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Deeds: Who can sign them on behalf of the University?

Did you know that there are formal requirements for signing deeds? To streamline this process, the University has recently authorised specific officeholders to sign deeds under a Power of Attorney.

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Modern slavery statements shine a light on a hidden global problem

In 1948, the United Nations adopted the . This was the first legal document to articulate fundamental human rights that must be protected.

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What you should know when undertaking activities outside the University

In their personal capacity, University staff can be involved in a variety of activities outside of the University. Where those activities relate to an area of academic expertise or are connected to employment or status at the University, we all need to carefully draw a line between our personal interests and those of the University.

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New laws address academic freedom and freedom of speech in higher education

Academic freedom and freedom of speech are a part of laws regulating the higher education sector and academic activities.

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Freedom of Information: Public access to University records

The Freedom of Information Act 1991 (SA) (FOI Act) gives anyone a right to access documents held by public agencies such as universities.

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