Bill Shorten's merger pitch prompts CIT governance inquiry

A parliamentary committee will examine Canberra Institute of Technology's governance. It will also look at a proposed merger with University of Canberra. This follows corruption findings. A former CEO has resigned.

Why it mattersCIT's governance problems have stopped reform. A merger would change how vocational training works in Canberra. It would also affect student pathways.

AustraliaCanberra vocational students and staff face potential structural changes to the education system delivering trades training and TAFE courses.

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CIT merger with University of Canberra faces parliamentary review

A parliamentary committee will examine a potential merger. The merger would bring together the Canberra Institute of Technology and the University of Canberra. The committee wants to find the best way to handle governance.

Why it mattersHow CIT is run affects two important things. First, how well it delivers job training education. Second, how it answers for public money.

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Police seek driver after two teens hit in Canberra hit-and-run

Two teenagers were hit by a grey or silver early-model hatchback or SUV in Richardson on August 18. They were taken to hospital. The driver allegedly did not stop.