A new agreement between TEQSA and ITECA has signalled a renewed commitment to cooperate on issues that protect student interests and the reputation of Australia's independent HE sector.

We would love to be able to really address the various needs for education providers to go after the Chinese markets

Study abroad organiser CISaustralia has introduced the Green Book initiative to help students play their part in combating climate change when studying abroad.

The international education community across Australia has spoken out to reassure agents and international students regarding the bushfire crisis – reiterating that most study destinations remain safe.

Australia has a deep and long history of collegial support for international education. Boasting consortia at both a state and city level, the country has set out to prove “a rising tide lifts all boats”. Anton Crace looks at how Australia has fostered collaboration over competition.

A group of international students from Vietnam have been praised by the New South Wales minister for trade and industry Niall Blair for their entrepreneurial skills.