2026 Universities Australia Solutions Summit

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The 2026 Universities Australia Solutions Summit is the premier national forum for collaboration across higher education. Led by and for the sector, the Summit is the flagship event in Australian higher education. Join the conversation — secure your place today.

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This year’s 15 outstanding finalists showcase how universities are solving real-world problems and creating a more sustainable and inclusive Australia. Be a part of this year’s program — vote for your favourite initiative shaping Australia’s future.

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Universities Matter

We’re on a mission to shine a spotlight on the invaluable contributions of Australian universities to our nation’s prosperity, innovation and societal advancement. Or in other words – why universities matter.

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Professor Carolyn Evans - NPC Address

Our Chair Professor Carolyn Evans addressed the National Press Club on Wednesday, 27 August 2025.

From fragmented to future ready

A four-part series looking at how to simplify and better coordinate Australia’s research system.

UA calls for access to Horizon Europe

UA is calling on the Australian Government to sign up to Horizon Europe to help build Australia’s economic resilience in a rapidly changing global environment.

2025 People's Choice voting now live

Be a part of this year’s program – vote for your favourite ideas shaping Australia’s future.

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2026 Universities Australia Solutions Summit

2025 People’s choice voting now open

Universities Matter

Professor Carolyn Evans - NPC Address

From fragmented to future ready

UA calls for access to Horizon Europe

2025 People's Choice voting now live

Latest media releases

National AI plan a sensible step forward for productivity and prosperity

Agreements reached in principle with Springer Nature and Wiley

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2026 Universities Australia Solutions Summit

2025 People’s choice voting now open

Universities Matter

Professor Carolyn Evans - NPC Address

From fragmented to future ready

UA calls for access to Horizon Europe

2025 People's Choice voting now live

National AI plan a sensible step forward for productivity and prosperity

Agreements reached in principle with Springer Nature and Wiley

Australian Tertiary Education Commission

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As the peak body for the sector, we advocate the vast social, economic and cultural value of higher education and research to Australia and the world.

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