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WA University Merger Plan Sparks Concern Among Students, Staff
WA's three public universities may merge to create a single, larger institution. The plan has raised concerns about its impact on students, staff, and taxpayers.
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News reporter · Updated about 18 hours ago
Western Australia's public universities may soon undergo a significant transformation, with the state government proposing a merger between the University of Western Australia, Curtin University, and Murdoch University.
The plan, which is currently in the business case development stage, has sparked concerns among students, staff, and opposition politicians about its potential impact on the state's education sector, economy, and taxpayers.
What's behind the merger?
Premier Roger Cook argues that the merger would provide
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