Class is the missing link in Australia’s generational inequality crisis

Australia’s housing crisis isn’t just a clash between generations, but a deepening class divide hidden beneath the rhetoric of the “fair crack”.

Is the promise of Australia under threat?

As inequality grows and trust frays, UTS brought leaders together to ask whether Australia’s social promise is under threat - and what role business must play...

Banks must cancel direct debits on request. Why isn’t it the same for card payments?

Have you ever noticed that cancelling some subscriptions feels as simple as walking out a clearly marked “exit” door, while others are like trying to escape a...

Improving credit card repayments, one nudge at a time

UTS researchers find that small design features on credit card payment screens can significantly change how much people repay, which can lead to reducing...

Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade risks new costs for the global economy

China stands to be impacted first, as the main buyer of Iran’s crude oil. But if the blockade drags on, its knock-on effects could impact the whole world.

This Anzac Day falls on a Saturday – and these states will be getting an extra public holiday

ANZAC Day is commemorated on 25 April each year as a tribute to more than 2 million Australians who’ve served in war and peacekeeping operations.

Why elder abuse is still going unnoticed

New insights from a UTS forum reveal why abuse and mistreatment of older people is still being missed and what must change in policy, law and practice.

Want a dog‑friendly workplace? Here’s what you’ll need to get right

As employers rethink wellbeing in a post-pandemic workplace, the key question is whether policies for pets at work are lawful, evidence-based and inclusive.

Banning card surcharges will make paying simpler – but not necessarily cheaper

From October 1, 2026, Australians will no longer pay a fee for debit, prepaid and credit payments using eftpos, Mastercard and Visa cards. The Reserve Bank of...

Who gets to go? The real costs of Australia’s multi-day music festivals

Australia’s multi-day music festivals are under strain – not only from rising costs for organisers, but because high ticket prices and the added costs of...

When war overshadows the World Cup

Never before has a World Cup host nation been at war with one of the countries participating in the tournament.

Goal-setting apps can backfire if goals are too easy – or too hard

It might date back to the ancient Greeks, but the concept of “everything in moderation” still holds true for today’s users of goal-setting apps.

Australia has granted some Iranian soccer players asylum – but 2 questions remain

Last week, the Iranian soccer team refused to sing the national anthem before their Asian Women’s Cup opener on the Gold Coast.

2026 Top100 Future Leaders Awards

Celebrating outstanding success in 2026 Top100 Future Leaders Awards.

Does ‘free’ shipping really exist? An expert shares the marketing tricks you need to know

"Free" shipping sounds like a much better deal than paying for it. But here’s what to consider before placing your next order.

UTS and Indigenous Business Australia partner to quantify the Indigenous pay gap

UTS and IBA have announced a new research partnership to calculate and analyse the pay gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in Australia.

Six keys to ageing in place

New research examines six key pillars critical to helping older Australians remain in their own home.

Diversity programs have become a tick-the-box exercise. They need to become more political, not less

Australia is one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world, yet leadership positions remain overwhelmingly held by white men.

UTS alumnus to become prestigious Schwarzman Scholar

UTS Business School alumnus Alexander Cheng has been selected as a Schwarzman Scholar.

ICC Sydney has doubled its intake for 2026

ICC Sydney welcomed Bachelor of Management (Events) graduates, Nick Broekhuis and Mya Lovelock, as part of its continued investment in developing the next...

What makes people more likely to give to charity after a disaster: new research

The scope and breadth of natural disasters facing Australia right now can feel overwhelming.

Reclaiming academic publishing as a public good

Our research shows that "enshittification" isn’t just confined to the online world. It’s now visible in academic publishing and occurs in five stages.

Planning your next holiday? Here’s how to spot and avoid greenwashing

More of us than ever are trying to make environmentally responsible travel choices.

Research shows informed traders never let a good climate crisis go to waste

It’s serious business for the world establishing a framework to limit the impact of climate change, but for some, market responses to the annual United Nations...

Vale Frank Gehry 1929–2025

The UTS community will remember the invaluable legacy Frank Gehry gave us in the form of an iconic building that transformed Sydney’s landscape forever.

Why Tasmania’s politicians couldn’t say no to a once-in-a-century AFL opportunity

It is now (almost) official: Tasmania will finally take its place in the Australian Football League (AFL).

Reflections on meaning & purpose: from an Australian POS CoP

Our 6th Australian Positive Organisational Scholarship (POS) Community of Practice (CoP) event was held in Brisbane from 2-5 July 2025. Find out more.

Changes are coming for residential aged care. Here’s what to know

The way Australians pay for residential aged care, or nursing homes, is changing from November 1.

To become a fairer nation, Australia needs to set national inequality targets

Former prime minister Bob Hawke regretted saying: ‘By 1990, no Australian child will be living in poverty’. But his broken promise still had a surprising...

Expressing strong opinions can put your job at risk

Clearer laws would help, writes UTS Associate Professor Giuseppe Carabetta.

Accomplished scholar and practitioner Professor Elizabeth Mossop joins the Business School

Professor of Urban Resilience, Elizabeth will be leading research to advance innovative, community-focused approaches to climate adaptation and urban...