Submissions • November 2026
National Research Infrastructure Roadmap
In October 2026, DASSH made a submission to the Department of Education’s consultation on the Exposure Draft of the National Research Infrastructure Roadmap. DASSH endorses the overall approach of the National Research Infrastructure Roadmap (’the Roadmap’), particularly its broad definition of research infrastructure and the explicit emphasis given to the value of Arts, Social Sciences and… Continue Reading»
Noticeboard • October 2026
Noticeboard | October edition
Welcome to the Noticeboard Welcome to the October edition of the Noticeboard, a monthly update with news and opportunities from around the sector. If you have anything you’d like to share with members please contact DASSH. News from dassh Help shape DASSH’s advocacy We invite members to share their areas of expertise and interest to strengthen DASSH’s policy and… Continue Reading»
News • September 2026
Wrap up: Future-Facing University 2026 Conference
DASSH 2026 Conference: The Future-Facing University More than 100 DASSH members from 34 universities came together in Melbourne between 15-18 September for the 2026 Annual Conference, The Future-Facing University: Leadership from the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. Bringing together senior leaders from universities across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, alongside government, policy and sector voices,… Continue Reading»
News • September 2026
2026-2028 Board announced
DASSH is pleased to announce its new Board for the 2026–2028 term, endorsed by Council members at the Annual General Meeting held during the 2026 DASSH Conference in Melbourne. The Board brings together leaders from across the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand and will guide DASSH’s strategic direction over… Continue Reading»
Submissions • September 2026
ATEC review of research specialisation
In September 2026, DASSH made a submission as part of the Australian Tertiary Education Commission’s (ATEC) Review of Research Requirements: ‘Australian University Category’. The consultation was opened in response to a request by the Minister for Education. DASSH supports a strong, diverse and sustainable Australian research system and recognises the potential benefits of greater institutional… Continue Reading»
Noticeboard • September 2026
Noticeboard | September edition
Welcome to the Noticeboard Welcome to the September edition of the Noticeboard, a monthly update with news and opportunities from around the sector. If you have anything you’d like to share with members please contact DASSH. News from dassh Essential Insights: Strengthening Social Licence Wednesday 14 October 12pm (AEDT)Online In our final Essential Insights webinar for 2026, Professor Simon Adams, Professor… Continue Reading»
Annual Reports • August 2026
2026 Annual Report
In 2025–26, DASSH strengthened its role as a collective voice for the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, with a continued focus on member engagement, policy advocacy and sector collaboration. We expanded opportunities for members to connect and contribute through our Communities of Practice, mentoring program, working groups and dedicated activities across Australia and Aotearoa New… Continue Reading»
News • August 2026
Conference registrations closed
Registrations for the 2026 DASSH Annual Conference: The Future-Facing University: Leadership from the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities have now closed. We are delighted by the strong response to this year’s conference and look forward to welcoming colleagues from across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand in Melbourne from 15-18 September. Across two days of programming,… Continue Reading»
Noticeboard • August 2026
Noticeboard | August edition
Welcome to the Noticeboard Welcome to the August edition of the Noticeboard, a monthly update with news and opportunities from around the sector. If you have anything you’d like to share with members please contact DASSH. News from dassh Conference program available The full program is now available for our 2026 Conference The Future-Facing University: Leadership from the Arts,… Continue Reading»
News • July 2026
2026 conference progam released
The full program is now available for the DASSH 2026 Conference: The Future-Facing University: Leadership from the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, taking place in Melbourne from 16–18 September 2026. The program features keynote addresses, panel discussions and interactive workshops covering some of the most pressing issues facing the sector, including artificial intelligence, research integrity,… Continue Reading»
Statements • July 2026
DASSH welcomes research reforms
Friday 24 July 2026 DASSH welcomes the release of the Australian Research Council’s (ARC) National Competitive Grants Program (NCGP) Final Report. This is an important step towards a more streamlined, accessible and effective research funding system. We are particularly encouraged by the proposed reduction of the grants program from 15 to seven schemes, the commitment… Continue Reading»
News • July 2026
Day-only conference registrations available
A limited number of day-only conference tickets are now available for our upcoming annual conference The Future-Facing University hosted at Swinburne University of Technology, Hawthorn campus in Melbourne 15-18 September 2026. Due to the popularity of this year’s event, we have now reached the maximum capacity for our conference dinner venue at Melbourne Museum. To ensure as… Continue Reading»