Friday essay: ‘An oasis in the desert’

Jackie Huggins reflects on her deep history with Carnarvorn Gorge.

11 July 2025
Landscape pic of a gorge

Staying physically active cuts risk of early death by 40 per cent

Adults who stay consistently active throughout their life can lower their risk of early death by up to 40 per cent, a global study led by The University of Queensland has found.

11 July 2025
Four cyclists getting outside for sunrise at the Trapiche in Pelotas, Brazil
Brian the adopted boxer cross in the Charcoal Interiors store in Newstead

Dogs and designer furniture might not sound like the perfect match, but Brian is doing his best to challenge the stereotype.

15 June 2011

The Eleanor Schonell "Green Bridge" will be closed to buses for the next three Sundays, between 4.30am and 2pm, due to Brisbane City Council maintenance on the bridge towers.

10 June 2011
Queensland Parliament House

The School of Political Science and International Studies at UQ is offering opportunities to engage with government to provide insight into what it is really like to work in public policy.

9 June 2011

Power in all its forms will be discussed at an upcoming conference held at The University of Queensland from November 23–25.

7 June 2011
Executive Dean of the Faculty of Science Professor Stephen Walker and Head of the School of Veterinary Science Professor Jonathan Hill (centre) with students at the Gatton prizes ceremony

Outstanding science students based at UQ's Gatton campus were recognised for their achievements at a scholarships and prizes dinner last week.

7 June 2011

Our liver could be a major springboard for determining life-changing diabetes diagnosis and treatment thanks to a world-first discovery by an Australian-Chinese research team.

7 June 2011

As The University of Queensland's soon to be first-ever graduate of the Master of Nursing Studies (Graduate Entry) program, Samantha Zurvas is fast on her way to a rewarding career as a nurse after swapping a successful job as a marketing analyst.

6 June 2011

With a share of $100,000 in cash prizes on offer, staff and students from all UQ faculties, institutes and research centres are encouraged to submit their entrepreneurial ideas and inventions in the annual Trailblazer competition run by UQ’s main...

6 June 2011
A UQ research project aims to understand the ANZAC spirit in the 21st century

People who have an interest in the ANZAC tradition including those who have made a pilgrimage to Gallipoli are invited to take part in a new UQ research project.

6 June 2011

UQ celebrated World Environment Day today by recognising the significant contribution of its 100 Green Office representatives to its many sustainability programs and initiatives across all four campuses.

3 June 2011

Language studies teachers from across Australia will discover how modern technologies can enhance learning outcomes at UQ next week.

3 June 2011