Macquarie U’s new chancellor announces the obvious

Martin Parkinson sent staff a message Friday, telling them it was “doubly humbling” to succeed Michael Egan as chancellor of, “such an innovative and creative institution,” (CMM October 30).

Dr Parkinson added that, “Australian universities face challenging times, and we will be no exception.” His message came as staff considered news that management had frozen hiring indefinitely, “in support of Budget 2020 activities”, (CMM Friday).

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