By Jen T. Kwok. It is widely accepted that the secrecy under which the TPP was negotiated has set a terrible anti-democratic precedent for the Commonwealth's future dealings around treaties and trade deals, though the major parties continue to skirt and avoid this key point. More...

By Paul Clifton. The Union has a long and proud history of campaigning on issues of equity and human rights, standing for equality, social justice, respect at work and a quality education for all. Members recognise that people of diverse sexualities and genders should be able to enjoy the full range of human rights throughout the world, without exception. More...

By Paul Clifton. Australian universities are increasingly resorting to the use of journal metrics such as impact factors and ranking lists in appraisal and promotion processes, and are starting to set quantitative ‘performance expectations’ which make use of such journal-based metrics. The widespread use and misuse of research metrics is leading to increased concern in scientific and broader academic communities worldwide. More...