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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.  

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David Baxby becomes first alumni Chancellor of Bond University

Australian businessman David Baxby creates history by becoming the first Bond graduate to be elected Chancellor of the university.

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Seeking help is a positive step and not a sign of weakness

A mental health crisis has been building in this country for years and access to services remains a concern.

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What is the process of an athlete being ‘medically retired’ due to concussion?

A growing number of professional athletes are medically retiring from sport. But how is this decision reached?

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Bond students train at new Tweed hospital

Bond University students commenced placements at the new $723 million Tweed Valley Hospital.

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Research news

Why a cashless society could be the reason for ‘debt traps’

As Australia edges ever closer to becoming a cashless society, the sad reality is that the people most affected by a tap-and-go culture are the ones least equipped to deal with the fallout. Dr Rajat Roy explains why cash is still king.

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Northern NSW emerges as hotspot for shark encounters

Scientists urge surfers to take protective measures after examining shark encounters since 1900.

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AI the new Abacus in world finance

ChatGPT and other large language models now help people in all walks of life write everything from business letters and emails to resumes and creative writing, songs and screenplays. Now AI is also proving a game-changer for the global financial industry.

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The secret to sticking to New Year resolutions

Up to 92% of New Year's resolutions fizzle out before the end of February. Assistant Professor in Habit Change, Gina Cleo, details the strategies to consider if you want to stick to your goals.

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Sporting news

Bull Sharks triumph in scrappy affair

AFL wrap: the conditions were tough and so was the opposition and the Bull Sharks had to dig deep to record an impressive win.

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Blistering start secures back to back wins for the Bull Sharks

Rugby wrap: Premier men under coach Mick Heenan are building some strong combinations while the Premier Women suffer a rare loss.

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Bull Sharks prevail in one-point thriller

Netball wrap: It was our home derby and the Bull Sharks gave their young fans plenty to be happy about.

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Bond at the Olympics: Lara Davenport

In the lead up to Paris we will celebrate Bond's proud Olympic history. In the latest edition we profile Beijing Olympian Lara Davenport.

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