Research to shape Brisbane 2032 Games legacy
12 AugWith close to six years to go to the Brisbane 2032 Paralympic Games—Sunshine Coast Council and the University of the Sunshine Coast are working together to celebrate a strong culture of sport and inclusion.
Dolphins learn how to use tools to hunt for fish from their mothers
12 AugDr Alexis Levengood writes for The Conversation about a new study published in the journal of Marine Mammal Science showing dolphins can use seashells to help them hunt for fish.
What do parents want when it comes to childcare safety? More information for a start
12 AugIn recent weeks, we’ve seen more reports of alleged child sexual abuse involving a Sydney childcare worker, while there have also been reports of children leaving a Melbourne kindergarten unnoticed and getting onto a busy street, and stories like these have sadly become a regular feature of the news cycle, once again raising questions about safety and public confidence in the early childhood sector.
Caught on film: east coast dolphins catching fish with shells
11 AugThe University of the Sunshine Coast has captured the first footage of dolphins using seashells to help them catch fish off the Queensland coast.
Dancing from the stage into nutrition: Alyse Davies
11 AugFrom dancing in Cats to advancing nutrition research, Alyse Davies has turned her passion for performance into a career helping others thrive.
From the surf to the newsroom: how a competitive athlete became a leading journalist
7 AugGrowing up in Brisbane, Tanya Weingarth’s journey to studying a Bachelor of Arts (Communications) at UniSC was led by her passion for competitive sport.
UniSC receives recognition for tackling gender barriers
6 AugThe University of the Sunshine Coast has received national recognition for its actions in breaking down barriers to gender equity, diversity and inclusion.
If at first you don't succeed, lift, lift again
4 AugResearch which began by analysing more than 400,000 gym-goers worldwide has illustrated how important it is to persevere in the face of early struggles.
Swag of medals for UniSC athletes at Games
3 AugThe University of Sunshine Coast sporting cohort has collected 21 medals at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, as Australia finished well clear in first place.
Trump is sowing fear over Cuba, terrorism and the ‘radical left’. This is what could come next
30 JulUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio is again taking aim at Cuba.
How Liam paved his own path from high-school dropout to psychology honours graduate
30 JulAfter leaving school at 14, Liam built his own path to success, overcoming adversity to become a UniSC Psychology Honours graduate dedicated to helping others.
New human tissue ‘biobank’ to help find cause of bowel cancer surge
29 JulA human tissue biobank is being set up by the University of the Sunshine Coast as part of a $2.5 million research project investigating an alarming increase in bowel cancer among younger Australians.
Uni and Council partner for Sunshine Coast progress
28 JulUniSC and Sunshine Coast Council sign Regional Partnership Agreement worth up to $1m for priority projects.
Free micro-credential courses announced for small businesses
28 JulSmall and family businesses across Queensland will soon have access to a range of free short courses to develop new skills, grow capacity and adapt to change thanks to Queensland Government funding.
Three decades of art, stories and community
23 JulAs UniSC celebrates 30 years of its Art Gallery and Collection, curator Megan Williams reflects on a remarkable journey that has transformed two artworks into a collection of more than 1,100 works valued at $8.5 million. She shares the milestones, people and partnerships that have shaped the collection and the vision guiding its future.
Mapping a changing Great Barrier Reef as oceans warm
23 JulA new field guide has captured marine species shifts on the southern Great Barrier Reef – providing critical insights into the impacts of warming oceans and environmental change.
Web apps to robodogs: UniSC students use voice commands to herd sheep
22 JulUniSC students have taught robodogs to respond to voice commands, giving farmers a new way to help herd sheep while staying in control.
UniSC athletes set to compete at Commonwealth Games
22 JulTop athletes from across the UniSC community will take to the world stage tomorrow.
Partnership strengthens Sunshine Coast’s position as a clinical research hub
21 JulThe new flagship UniSC Clinical Trials facility at Maroochy Private Hospital is now giving more people access to emerging therapies while contributing to the next generation of medical advancements.
Donation to drive rural teacher pipeline for Queensland
21 JulA partnership between the University of the Sunshine Coast and the Tim Fairfax Family Foundation will support more than 500 education students to complete placements in Queensland’s country schools.
UniSC’s success tackling equity barriers applauded
21 JulUniSC has reached a major milestone in its push for gender equity, earning a fifth international award and setting its sights on even higher global recognition.
From Antarctica, to Iraq, to UniSC: journey of service for graduate nurse
21 JulLife has taken Justin Wallace to some interesting places – from the coldest climates and desert terrain to remote Pacific islands – and his story continues to take unexpected turns, most recently graduating with a Nursing degree and a University Medal for Academic Excellence.
My kids and I are so fed up with each other as the holidays come to an end. How can we reset?
17 JulSchool holidays can leave families frayed – but Dr Rachael Sharman explains a simple psychology-backed approach to repair relationships, reset routines and start the new term on a better footing.
Kids decide on future in science by age 11: research
16 JulAustralia risks losing students from science and technology careers by age 11, amid a growing gap between national policies and actual school experiences.
The Trump administration wants to dismantle the International Criminal Court. Can it?
16 JulAs the Trump administration intensifies its campaign against the International Criminal Court, Dr Shannon Brincat warns the consequences could reshape the global rules-based order.
New starters highlight uni opportunities
16 JulNearly 1,000 new UniSC students are the first in their family to attend university, reflecting the growing reach of the University's equity and access programs.
Game on – how Finley Cameron developed her career in gaming
14 JulA chance visit to a school careers expo set Finley Cameron on a path from aspiring game developer to one of the Sunshine Coast’s biggest champions for the gaming industry.
UniSC celebrates major strides in gender equity recruitment
10 JulUniSC has earned its fourth SAGE Cygnet Award for advancing gender equity in academic recruitment, recognising reforms designed to attract and support more women in academia.
UniSC alumnus Jessica Popple becomes director at Pippa Colman Family Law
8 JulUniSC law alumnus Jessica Popple has been appointed a director at one of the largest and most well-established female-led specialist family law firms in regional Queensland.
From Maleny to Harvard: How a UniSC psychology graduate became a brain researcher in Boston
7 JulA chance decision at UniSC set a Maleny teenager on the path to Harvard Medical School – and the cutting-edge brain research helping unlock the mysteries of children's mental health.