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The University Council will hold its next observer session on Friday 24 April between 10.30–11.30am AEST. ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃstaff, students and alumni must using their ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃcredentials, before Thursday 23 April, 2pm, so that additional details can be provided.

Congratulations to our recent trivia winners, staff member Sandra Jestin and student Mengjie Xiang. Please contact ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃCorporate Communications to collect your prize. Further congratulations to everyone who has submitted correct answers:

Along with weekly answers, we’ll also share bonus trivia. For example, Mount Stromlo officially became part of ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃon 2 January 1957, when it was established as the Department of Astronomy within the Research School of Physical Sciences. The transition wasn’t entirely smooth. An earlier move in 1953 faced resistance, before the transfer was finalised under Director Bart Bok with the support of Prime Minister Robert Menzies.

This week’s trivia question is: When was ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃranked as the second greenest university campus in Australia?

The ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃTax Clinic is now open, offering free, confidential support for a wide range of tax matters, provided by trained ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃstudents supervised by tax professionals.

Eligibility criteria may apply.

ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃCouncil member and post-graduate student Bruce Pan talks about starting the Chinese Network Association, an organisation that helps students adapt to a new social and academic culture through social and knowledge-sharing events.

ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃresearcher, Dr Tim Heffernan, highlights the need for stronger long-term recovery planning and community-led approaches to better support Australians following natural disasters, warning that current approaches may not meet future challenges.

ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃexperts warn Australia risks falling behind in the new space race, pointing to gaps in national investment in astronomy and space capability, as global efforts to return to the Moon gather pace.

Jennifer Parker joins Democracy Sausage to shed light on the American military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the recent personnel changes within senior ADF leadership.

Wednesday 13 May, 5.30–7.30pm

Learn about Fulbright, Westpac Future Leaders, John Monash and Rhodes Scholarships at an upcoming information session, covering eligibility, applications and what to expect, with the option to attend via Zoom.

Wednesday 6 May, 6–7pm

The Rhodes Scholarship is a life-changing postgraduate opportunity to join outstanding young people from around the world to study at the University of Oxford. Join this to learn more about the Scholarship experience, selection criteria and application process.

There is a planned internet outage from Tuesday 21 April, 9pm to Wednesday 22 April, 1am AEST as ITS upgrades network infrastructure, with up to two 30-minute disruptions expected during this period.

Please plan accordingly, particularly if you rely on continuous internet connectivity overnight.

Please contact the ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃService Desk on +61 2 612 54321 during business hours or if you have any issues.

Reset or change your University ID password anytime yourself using Microsoft tools.

Identity verification supported by the , and all operating systems, including personal devices, are supported.

Research support services are moving to ANUConnect, the University’s central portal for services, support and information. A new Research Services tab will be available from the end of April for staff and students to submit research enquiries.

Friday 24 April, 9–10am

Join a relaxed, beginner-friendly outdoor Tai Chi session on University Avenue, guided by an experienced instructor and open to all fitness and experience levels.

Friday 17 April, 4–6pm

Celebrate the Myanmar New Year Water Festival and learn about its cultural and religious significance across the region at this event hosted by the ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃSchool of Culture, History & Language.

Monday 20 April, 12–1pm

Join the ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃMcCusker Institute Front Room to connect with students, staff and campus partners, share ideas and reflect on collaborative practices for social change.

Thursday 23 April, 10.30am – Friday 15 May, 3pm

Explore Deadpan artefacts: creative experiments with facial expression recognition in photographic portraiture by HDR candidate Melita Dahl, examining how digital transformation is reshaping photographic representation.

Tuesday 21 April, 5.30–7pm

Hear from former Chief Justice of Malaysia, Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, as she explores judicial independence in modern society through the Malaysian experience.

Susan Lever in conversation with Robert Hefner

Tuesday 21 April, 6–7pm

Caillan Davenport in conversation with Edward Watts 

Thursday 23 April, 6–7pm 

From Monday 20 April to Friday 29 May the ANU-Civic Loop Bus will trial a new route.

The service will stop near Yukeembruk Village and Wamburun Hall, then outside Burton & Garran Hall, before continuing its usual loop. During this time, the stop on Daley Road outside John XXIII College will be out of service.

A further route adjustment, including a stop near Crawford School, is planned for the Semester Break. More information will be shared once details are finalised.

The food scene on campus reflects our global community. From comforting Asian flavours to hearty Western classics, the campus offers a culinary journey that spans continents – no passport required.

Cafés, coffee and light bites
For your daily caffeine fix or a quick bite, the campus has plenty to offer – from fresh pastries to hearty sandwiches. Spots like , , , and cover everything from grab-and-go snacks to relaxed coffee catch-ups.

Asian flavours
If you’re craving Asian cuisine, there’s no shortage of options. You’ll find Chinese favourites at and , Korean dishes at , Vietnamese at , and Japanese at . For Southeast Asian flavours, serves Malaysian and Thai, while Spice & Sizzle focuses on Malaysian cuisine.

South Asian and Filipino eats
serves Indian favourites, offers South Indian vegetarian and vegan dishes, while offers Filipino classics.

Quick bites and comfort food
When you’re after something fast and satisfying, there are plenty of go-to options. Burgers from Mexican at , classic sandwiches from , Turkish wraps and kebabs at and crispy fried snacks at .

Bubble Tea & Drinks
For something refreshing, grab a bubble tea or iced drink from or – perfect for a mid-day pick-me-up.

Casual dining and drinks
offers a relaxed, social vibe, while brings a more refined dining and drinks experience to ANU.

This week’s picture comes from Sugirthi Selvaraj, Human Resources Adviser.

"I really enjoy the campus greenery, it's a pleasure to work in such a beautiful setting."

Got a photo you’re proud of?  and include a short description about why your snap is special to you.  

Help is available if you need it. If you are dealing with a personal or university-related issue, ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃencourages you to seek support through the Student Safety and Wellbeing team by emailing student.wellbeing@anu.edu.au or calling 02 6125 2211, Monday to Friday, 9am–4pm.

You can also visit our Urgent Support page for a list of 24/7 and crisis support options.

For life-threatening emergencies first call 000 (or 0000 if dialing from an internal phone), then call ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃSecurity at (02) 6125 2249