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Explore the latest news from Bond University

From alumni starting game-changing businesses, to students (literally) kicking goals in sport, to research breakthroughs, there’s always something happening at Bond. See what Bondies have been up to and explore latest news from campus, the community and beyond.  

University news

Faces of graduation: December 2023

Awards were conferred upon more than 500 graduates at Bond University's '233' graduation ceremonies in December.

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Lightning Ridge's Marnie Jones strikes success

A familiar feeling swept over Marnie Jones when she stepped onto the Bond University campus for the first time in 2017.

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Maxim graduates to politics in New Caledonia

Master of Communication graduate Maxim Banck is off to a flying start in his quest to enter politics, securing a role with one of New Caledonia’s most experienced politicians.

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Big-screen break for BUFTA winner Benjamin

The Best Overall Filmmaker for BUFTA 2023 was awarded to Benjamin Rosenberg from Toowoomba Grammar School. Benjamin also won both the Comedy and Documentary categories.

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Research news

'A wicked problem' - sports concussion management in spotlight

A Senate inquiry into concussions and repeated head trauma in contact sports is due to deliver its findings in September.  It's findings could have significant ramifications for sportspeople and administrators.

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Beyond the 9-to-5: revamping cities for work and play

City centres were once thriving residential areas. Assistant Professor Libby Sander says it’s time to move beyond office blocks.

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What's in a name? The true story of K'Gari

Earlier this month Fraser Island was officially renamed K’Gari. Not before time, says Bond University Associate Professor Daryl McPhee.

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Waste no time in embracing circular economy

The construction industry could hinder sustainable development unless it embraces new technologies and strategies to reduce waste.

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Sporting news

Double The Determination – Bailey twins head to Bulgaria

Identical twins Claudia and Alyssa Bailey make the Aussie team for the U23 World Sprint Canoe Championships, joining Paris bound Pierre and Jean van der Westhuyzen as Bond siblings on the world stage.

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Bull Sharks deliver a clean sweep in season openers.

AFL Rd 1 wrap: A dominant display by the reigning premiers while Shaun Hart kicks off his Bull Sharks coaching career with a gutsy come from behind victory.

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Third time's a charm

Law and Commerce student Felix Packer will make his return for the Bull Sharks this week after two years out of the game from multiple knee reconstructions.

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More silverware for Bond Rugby as U18s win Grand Final

It was the perfect start to the rugby season for the Bull Sharks when their newly formed U18s side defeated Souths in the Lightning Series Grand Final.

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