Caroline Duell joins MTP Connect (the federally-funded medtech and pharma growth centre). She is the new comms-events director.

Southern Cross U announces coral reef researcher Dr Daniel Harrison joins its National Marine Science Centre in Coffs Harbour. That’s, Daniel, not Peter, Harrison. Professor Peter is a coral reef researcher at SCU’s Lismore campus. No, they are not related, yes, they plan to collaborate.

Liz Johnson is confirmed as DVC E at Deakin U – she has been acting in the role for 12 months. “During this time, Liz has continued to lead Deakin’s ambitious Student Learning and Experience strategy, developed her vision for teaching and learning, including a new strategy for student success and retention,” VC Iain Martin says