Stories
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Alumni Stories
GRADS 2026: Megan Fluke
Embarking on her university journey for the first time at 40, Megan says doing a Bachelor of Science (Honours) has "lit up her entire world" – and opened up pathways she never thought possible.
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Alumni Stories
GRADS 2026: Kithmini Aviruppola
Kithmini Aviruppola’s journey has taken her on paths she never expected – from lawyer to academic, student to mother – but it’s shown her just how much she is capable of.
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Alumni Stories
GRADS 2026: Jane Phuong
A life shaped by connection: From her mother’s journey across oceans to study, to her PhD exploring women’s leadership, Jane's work reveals the hidden barriers women face in academia and the communities that help them navigate them.
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Alumni Stories
GRADS 2026: Macey Barratt
UC graduate Macey Barratt spent a decade helping families navigate their darkest days – the paediatric nurse drew on her experience in groundbreaking research that saw her cited over 50 times before she even completed her PhD.
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Environmental Influence
The nature of business and the business of nature
Climate change has been a focus of boardroom risk conversations for years. A landmark international report approved in Manchester in February 2026 highlights that nature loss is also emerging as a significant concern for organisations, and that the two issues are increasingly interconnected.