News and events
Read the latest news from our Campus.
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La Trobe welcomes move to expand higher ed access
Government reform to improve higher education access for Australians.
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Exercise is medicine – but only when it reaches people as intended
Ahead of the inaugural Holsworth Oration, Professor Michael Kingsley unpacks why optimising exercise as medicine could transform health outcomes.
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Strength training study shows smarter exercise delivers the best results
New La Trobe research reveals how smarter strength training delivers the best results, helping people build strength efficiently, reduce injury risk and support healthy ageing
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Study flags safety risks in cardiac rehab exercise
New research warns common cardiac rehab fitness tests may misjudge safe exercise levels, highlighting the need for more accurate assessment in regional communities.
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Community trial brings heart health checks home
Heart Health Check Community Project to assess cardiovascular risk.
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Philanthropy creating pathways
Charlee’s journey has been shaped not just by family inspiration, but by support that has drawn the attention of international philanthropists.
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Holsworth Biomedical Research Centre Launch
Holsworth Biomedical Research Centre officially launched at La Trobe
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Vale Brian Grogan OAM
Brian shaped La Trobe’s presence in Mildura and transformed opportunities for generations of regional students.
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Jayne's psychology journey continues
Jayne’s passion for psychology stems from a long-standing fascination with the connection between mental and physical health
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Paul graduates with a lifelong calling to care
Healthcare is a family affair, Paul's wife Pilar is also a registered nurse and qualified midwife, who also studied at La Trobe Mildura.
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Three PhD graduates celebrated
Rural health was the focus of all three theses
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Upskilling Mildura's workforce, one grad at a time
Mildura's latest graduates prove dedication to learning, community.
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Sport, Nursing, Archaeology top 50 in QS rankings
Twelve La Trobe subjects in the world's Top 200.
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New leadership advancing rural health
We’re pleased to announce Dr Kylie McIntyre as the new Deputy Director of the Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health Research.
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Spotlight on: Dr Freda Haylett
This International Women’s Day, Dr Freda Haylett’s work highlights why investing in early prevention, and valuing care and education, is essential to addressing gender inequality.
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International Women’s Day Spotlight: Associate Professor Donna Whelan
This International Women’s Day, discover how Associate Professor Donna Whelan is redefining STEM leadership, advancing biomedical science, championing equity and showing that diversity drives better science.
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Home Grown, Here to Stay
At Mildura Base Public Hospital (MBPH), Bianca Wilkens and Rhianna Duncan‑Batchelor exemplify the power of growing and training our own.
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$1m investment empowers La Trobe's regional youth
La Trobe's successful Regional Pathways Program gets major boost.
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Antibiotic resistance under the microscope
An Australia–New Zealand research team is examining a key bacterial enzyme linked to the spread of antibiotic resistance, using world‑leading imaging technology in Bendigo.
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Cancer treatment research breakthrough
By studying viruses that target harmful bacteria, scientists are developing new therapies that could offer hope to rural patients with hard‑to‑treat diseases.
Register for our upcoming events.
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Study Postgrad: Online Data Science Courses Webinar
Tuesday 14 July 05:45pm
Learn to create powerful data-driven solutions with La Trobe's 100% Online Graduate Certificate and Master of Data Science. Join our upcoming webinar to learn about how you can forge a career in this growing industry. Ask questions and get answers directly from the course coordinator during our live Q&A session. Can't attend live? Register, and we'll send you the recording. -
Study Postgrad: Online Digital Health Courses Webinar
Tuesday 14 July 12:00pm
Be a part of the digital transformation of healthcare with La Trobe's 100% Online Graduate Certificate and Master of Digital Health courses. Join our upcoming webinar to discover how you can open doors to growing careers at the intersection of technology and health. Ask questions and get answers directly from the course coordinator during our live Q&A session. Register today. -
Study Postgrad: Online Business Administration Courses
Wednesday 15 July 05:45pm
Further build your career in a rapidly changing business landscape with growth with La Trobe University’s 100% Online Business Administrations courses. Join our upcoming webinar to discover how you can accelerate your career with our practical, industry-focused approach tailored to enhancing your future opportunities. Ask questions and get answers directly from the course coordinator during our live Q&A session. Can't attend live? Register, and we'll send you the recording. -
Study Postgrad: Online Postgraduate Cybersecurity Courses
Wednesday 15 July 12:15pm
Discover a world of opportunity with La Trobe's 100% Online Professional Certificate, Graduate Certificate and Master of Cybersecurity courses. Join our upcoming webinar to learn about how you can excel in this exciting industry. Ask questions and get answers directly from the course coordinator during our live Q&A session. Can't attend live? Register, and we'll send you the recording. -
Study Postgrad: Online Public Health Courses Webinar
Thursday 16 July 12:15pm
Meet the need for skilled professionals who understand contemporary public health research and practice with La Trobe's 100% Online Graduate Certificate and Master of Public Health courses. Join our upcoming webinar to learn about how you can make a difference in the public health sector. Ask questions and get answers directly from the course coordinator during our live Q&A session. Can't attend live? Register, and we'll send you the recording. -
Study Postgrad: Online Mental Health for Education
Friday 17 July 12:15pm
Creative a positive impact on how the mental health issues for students are managed within your school with La Trobe's 100% online Graduate Certificate in Mental Health for Education. Join our upcoming webinar to discover how you can advocate for all students as you advance your career. Ask questions and get answers directly from the course coordinator during our live Q&A session. Register today. -
Study Postgrad: Online Mental Health Courses Webinar
Monday 20 July 12:15pm
Develop specialised skills to help you tap into the growing demand for mental health professionals with La Trobe's 100% Online Graduate Certificate and Master of Mental Health courses, and Master of Mental Health Nursing course. Join our upcoming webinar to discover your potential in this rewarding field. Ask questions and get answers directly from the course coordinator during our live Q&A session. Can't attend live? Register, and we'll send you the recording. -
Shape the Future: Explore the Nexus Postgraduate Program
Wednesday 29 July 06:00pm
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Open Day – Mildura Campus
Wednesday 12 August 03:00pm
Join us at Open Day to chat with real students and teachers, tour our Mildura Campus, explore your study and placement options, experience uni life and more.
The Mallee Series is an annual event that brings together the Mildura community to explore the critical policies, social issues, and opportunities shaping regional Australia.
Launched in 2025 and held each Spring, The Mallee Series sets an annual tradition of thought leadership in Mildura. It creates space for ideas, dialogue, and collaboration, with a focus on the issues that matter most to our region.
Hosted in the Brian Grogan Lecture Theatre at La Trobe University’s Mildura Campus, the event also includes networking opportunities over drinks and refreshments.
If you’d like to join the mailing list and stay informed about future events, please email mildura@latrobe.edu.au.
The Mallee Series 2025: The Role of the Regions in Building A Better Australia
The inaugural event featured a keynote address by La Trobe Chancellor, The Hon. John Brumby AO, who spoke passionately about the role of regional communities in shaping national policy and reform. His lecture, which can be accessed via The Role of the Regions in Building a Better Australia [PDF 317.5 KB], explored the challenges facing the nation and the opportunities for regional cities to lead the way forward.
No upcoming events at the moment. Check back soon.