Deakin University halts restructuring plans, saves nearly 1,800 jobs
Deakin University abandoned plans that would have jeopardized nearly 1,800 jobs following significant opposition and the resignation of Vice Chancellor Iain Martin. University leaders apologized to staff and announced a two-week consultation starting June 4. National Tertiary Education Union representative Reece Walters called the backdown a relief for concerned employees who had protested the drastic restructuring.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 07:49 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 08:00 UTC
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