Long-held Australian Technology Network of Universities (ATN) ideas around skills and teaching and learning are key planks of the policy proposals in the Employment White Paper released today by Treasurer Jim Chalmers.

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In its response to the Universities Accord Interim Report, the Australian Technology Network of Universities (ATN), said success would be measured by a strong and sustainable, equitable and accountable university system which recognises Australia’s national needs and our unique history.

The Australian Technology Network of Universities (ATN) welcomes the opportunity to appear at this hearing as part of the inquiry into the Higher Education Support Amendment Bill 2023.

Strong new measures announced by the Albanese Government will ensure Australia’s highly valued international education sector is both better protected and future-proofed.

The Australian Technology Network of Universities (ATN) looks forward to working closely with the
Albanese Government on further support for research, now that all the recommendations of the Review
of the Australian Research Council Act 2001 (ARC Review) have been accepted.

Meet Dr Jen Matthews, a carol nurtrition researcher and NSW Young Tall Poppy Science Award winner from UTS.

The Australian Technology Network of Universities (ATN) Vice-Chancellors are pleased to announce that Luke Sheehy has been reappointed as Executive Director, for a further five-year term.

The Australian Technology Network of Universities (ATN) believes the depth of work behind the Universities Accord interim report and immediate actions outlined by Accord Chair, Professor Mary O’Kane AC and her expert panel for Education Minister Jason Clare will deliver stability and strong foundations for the sector, as the longer-term plans are debated and developed.