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The Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success acknowledges Indigenous peoples across Australia as the Traditional Owners of the lands on which the nation’s campuses are situated. With a history spanning more than 60,000 years as the original educators, Indigenous peoples hold a unique place in our nation. We recognise the importance of their knowledge and culture, and reflect the principles of participation, equity, and cultural respect in our work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and future, and consider it an honour to learn from our Indigenous colleagues, partners, and friends.

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The Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success acknowledges with deep sadness the passing of Professor Emma Johnston AO, Vice‑Chancellor of the University of Melbournea world-leading marine scientist, national advocate for science and research, and influential university leader.

We recognise Professor Johnston’s outstanding contributions to science, her influential work across Australia’s university sector, and her commitment to advancing knowledge and building a student-centred university community. We extend our condolences to her family, friends, colleagues, and the wider University of Melbourne community.