The natural environment plays an important role in the overall well-being of humanity, providing us with resources and improving our overall health. Despite these benefits, we are becoming more and more disconnected from natural spaces and processes. JCU PhD Candidate Rachael Walshe is exploring how this disconnect manifests itself in our relationship with food.
On World Town Planning Day — 8 November — we are reminded of the importance of the planning profession and how it enables us to create healthy, prosperous and sustainable cities. JCU Alumni Matteo Sandona tells us about his role as a Senior Town Planner at Milford Planning and how he is able to pursue a diverse and challenging career that plans for the future of our regional towns and cities.
JCU Alumni Michael Bromage found that a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Music and English put him on the path to a creative career that has taken him around the world. Michael says his adaptable and creative skills have enabled him to work on projects writing songs for local businesses, developing video and web content across continents, and helping others to creatively solve problems.
‘You are what you eat’. It's an often-used catchcry aimed at encouraging healthy eating. But what if you're eating for two or more? And what if you're a First Nations pregnant woman living on country? The nutritional habits of pregnant Indigenous women are being examined by JCU Researcher Dr Janelle James-McAlpine as part of a broader body of work.
Growing up in the Central Torres Strait, part of Northern Australia, JCU Alumni Madeina David knew from a young age that she wanted to work on the water. As she got older, her fascination with the ocean evolved and her passion to preserve marine life for future generations led her to pursue marine biology.
William Harrington says that people who live in regional and rural areas of Australia shouldn’t be held back with slow internet. This is why he hasn’t only become an internet provider in North West Queensland, he is also researching internet usage on cattle stations for his PhD thesis.
JCU Alumni Siddarth Roche has long been interested in business models and economics — even since childhood. Now, as a recent JCU Business graduate, he gets to explore and analyse the economy of the entire country in his new position with the Reserve Bank of Australia. Siddarth is confident that this role marks the beginning of an exciting career in commerce.
A student’s journey from classroom to career is a collective effort. Teachers, school staff and education professionals are right there assisting students to find their path to success. Hear from educators across North Queensland who share their insights into the valuable role teachers play in supporting students.