Articles tagged: Deakin University
Recovery study continues participant callout
Families across Colac and district still confronting the impact of recent bushfires, floods and drought are encouraged to take part in a new study aiming to better understand how parents and children can be better supported through disaster recovery.
Dedicated members awarded
Multiple Colac SES members have been recognised for reaching milestones in their commitment to the community.
Deakin research project focuses on family disaster resilience
Colac and district families grappling with the aftermath of recent bushfires, floods, and drought are invited to take part in a research project aimed at building family resilience in the face of natural disasters.
Worker housing initiative for Colac and coast
A $2-million joint project has kicked off to help deliver a blueprint for future housing in Colac and Apollo Bay.
New research series reveals health divide
A new research series has revealed that living in rural areas is a “major risk factor for cancer survival”.
Time left for key health study
Colac Otway residents have just over two weeks left to contribute to a community survey on food shopping experiences that is the first of its kind.
New Colac Otway platform to boost health
Deakin University researchers are calling on the Colac Otway community to share their food shopping experiences, with a new platform launching this week across the shire.
Deakin project unlocks power of food scraps
Colac and district agriculture could be set to benefit from a new biochar project, turning waste into “something wonderful”.
From no degree to doctorate
Deakin University has acknowledged Otways musician David Bridie with an honorary doctorate.
Colac Otway waits for project funding
Colac Otway Shire Council is awaiting the finalisation of a funding agreement to start creating a blueprint for future housing delivery in regional communities.
Barwon episodes above state rate
Rates of seclusion episodes in the Barwon region have reached almost three times the statewide rate, data reveals.
Leaders and experts talk healthy habits
Colac has played host to health experts and researchers this week for a meeting around improving nutrition-related health outcomes in the community.
Soil improvement focus for research
South-west Victorian farmers can join a new research program looking at ways to improve their soil health.
Double delight for graduate
Colac’s Jasmine Tippins is eager to begin a double university degree after being among more than 60,000 Victorian students to receive a university offer.
Colac expert leading the way
Colac’s Tamara Holmes will lead the next generation of south-west Victorian social workers, as she heads up Deakin University Warrnambool’s new social work course.
Scientists drilling down on Lake Colac’s pollution
Microplastics and pharmaceuticals polluting Lake Colac have drawn the attention of two scientists for their doctoral research.
First-hand lesson for first-years
Deakin University students have immersed themselves in Colac’s medical scene and experienced what the Colac district community has to offer.
Medical students begin Colac placements
A group of first-year Deakin University medical students will spend time in Colac this week as part of a Rural Immersion Program.
Study into endometriosis
Colac district people who live with endometriosis can volunteer to take part in a Deakin University research project that is aiming to improve the quality of life for people with the disease.
Deakin knee pain study
A podiatrist who has worked in Colac is investigating whether alternate school shoes could improve knee pain in adolescents.
Study helps Colac kids form healthy habits
A Deakin University-led project featuring Colac has shown primary school-aged children will adopt healthy lifestyles when the right social and environmental influences are in place.
Colac has link to MND project
A former Colac man will be part of a team that will perform world-class research into motor neurone disease.
Researchers want women for dairy mood study
Colac and district women can join a world-first food trial that will look at how different types of dairy might affect mental, brain and gut health.
Newspapers still essential, survey says
The future of local newspapers will be a key issue for voters at the next Federal Election, new research shows.
