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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.  

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Face masks cut disease spread in the lab, but have less impact in the community - we need to know why

In controlled laboratory situations, face masks appear to do a good job of reducing the spread of coronavirus (at least in hamsters) and other respiratory viruses. However, evidence shows mask-wearing policies seem to have had much less impact on the community spread of COVID-19.

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Dr Wright dives into new career

Two-time Olympic champion Melanie Wright is officially a doctor after graduating from Bond University. Dr Wright said she had dreamed of the moment long before she embarked on a glittering swimming career that yielded five Olympic medals.

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Indigenous Program Appreciation Lunch celebrates student success

Supporters of Bond University’s Indigenous education program have gathered to mark the successful graduation of 30 students, all of who have gone on to employment or further study.

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Uni founder's grandson graduates from Bond

THE grandson of Alan Bond has graduated from the late businessman's namesake university. Charles Bond Fewster had his degree conferred at Bond University before Chancellor Annabelle Bennett on December 2, with his grandmother Eileen Bond in the audience. He is the first Bond to graduate from Bond, departing with a Bachelor of Business.

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Sporting news

Nunn, Masters and Hancock: the sport stars breaking barriers

From Olympic triumphs to battling biases, three Australian sports stars share words of wisdom with the Bond University Women’s Network.

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Ruby the midseason jewel in the crown

Netball round 8 wrap: Bull Sharks get the points in the Ruby Series and another standout performance for Kaylin Van Gruenen in the Sapphire Series.

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Bull Sharks dominate in Round 8 matchups

AFL round 8 wrap: Smiles all round after wins across all grades.

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Dogs have their day in big win over the Bull Sharks

Rugby round 10 wrap: Premier women fly the flag on tough day for Bull Sharks.

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