News and events
Read the latest news from our Campus.
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Rural research drives new disease control
By studying viruses that target harmful bacteria, scientists are developing new therapies that could offer hope to rural patients with hard‑to‑treat diseases.
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Mildura on the Research Map
A vibrant research culture is thriving at La Trobe University’s Mildura Campus, bolstered by the opening of the Research and Innovation Lounge earlier this year
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Connecting people to Country
Your Country uses GPS technology to connect users with the traditional custodians of the land, displaying publicly available information about the First Peoples’ Country they are standing on.
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Rural Medical Pathway produces its first doctors
Victoria's sought-after Rural Medical Pathway produces first doctors
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Global Roots, Local Impact
Dupinderjeet Singh Bhullar shares how moving from Punjab to Mildura and studying agribusiness at La Trobe has shaped his passion for agriculture and future career.
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Cultivating Change at Mildura Roundtable
La Trobe University hosted the ‘Cultivating Change’ Roundtable in Mildura, connecting academics and local industry to spark innovation in sustainable agriculture and food.
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New regional scholarships boost university access
La Trobe's new regional scholarships increase access to university
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Chocolates with Purpose
La Trobe has teamed up with the Mildura Chocolate Company, a social enterprise of the Christie Centre Inc., to create custom chocolates to profile regional campuses
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Mildura Families Access Free Autism Assessments
Five Mildura families received free autism assessments thanks to an outreach clinic—breaking down barriers to early diagnosis and showing the power of community collaboration.
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Mildura Open Day gets personal
Your future, your way: Mildura Open Day gets personal.
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Nexus - a supported step into the classroom
For Casey and Peter, Nexus has been a turning point, making a career change to teaching achievable
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Ambitious Regional Growth Strategy unveiled
La Trobe University announces bold, five-year strategy that reinforces commitment to transformative education, pioneering research, industry partnerships and continued investment.
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Anthony, on the cusp of a prosperous accounting career
Anthony's passion for numbers and problem-solving led him to pursue a career in accounting.
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Rose living her dream teaching career in Robinvale
Rose was inspired by her mother to become a teacher.
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Mildura celebrates new wave of skilled graduates
La Trobe's Mildura campus celebrates new cohort of skilled graduates.
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Giving rural Australians improved access to heart health checks
Researchers at La Trobe University, along with a team of regional partners, have been awarded more than $900,000 to co-design a kit for rural Australians to check their heart health at home.
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Lifeline finds a home at La Trobe Mildura
Lifeline is a crisis support hotline that provides 24-hour assistance for suicide prevention with the call centre servicing people in need from across Australia.
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Greg and Eilish embark on care economy careers
By 2050, healthcare and social assistance are projected to become the country's largest employing industry.
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Engineering a new life
Hailing from Iraq, Rabel’s path to Mildura began with an online speed networking session hosted by La Trobe University.
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Homegrown Hope: From the kitchen to the clinic
Oliver’s time in the hospital kitchen has given him valuable insight into the essential role non-clinical staff play in patient care.
Register for our upcoming events.
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Online Postgraduate Cybersecurity Courses Webinar
Monday 12 January 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 Online: Mental Health & Mental Health Nursing webinar
Wednesday 14 January 05:45pm
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. -
Online Postgraduate Digital Health Courses Webinar
Monday 19 January 12:15pm
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. Can't attend live? Register, and we'll send you the recording. -
La Trobe Master of Nursing: Ageing & Complex Care webinar
Monday 19 January 06:00pm
Discover La Trobe’s Master of Nursing specialisation in Ageing and Complex Care, designed for registered nurses ready to advance their practice. Learn more about the program delivery, work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities, and have your questions answered in a live Q&A with La Trobe academics. -
Online Master of Business Administration Course Webinar
Tuesday 20 January 05:45pm
Further build your career in a rapidly changing business landscape with growth with La Trobe University’s 100% Online MBA course. 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. -
Online Postgraduate Artificial Intelligence Courses Webinar
Wednesday 21 January 12:15pm
Discover a world of opportunity with La Trobe's 100% Online Graduate Certificate and Master of Artificial Intelligence 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. -
Online Postgraduate Public Health Courses Webinar
Friday 23 January 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. -
Regional Victoria Cardiac Rehab & Health Support Workshop
Friday 30 January 02:00pm
Join us for the Regional Cardiac Rehabilitation Collaborative Workshop – a dynamic event to share research, resources, and ideas that drive better patient outcomes.
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.