Status and Details
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18/08/2026: Minor amendments were approved by the Policy Owner on 12 August 2026 to ensure compliance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence 2025. In summary, the changes include:Student Conduct - Senior Officer Procedure
Status
Current
Effective Date
18th August 2026
Review Date
1st January 2027
Approval Authority
University Secretary and Academic Registrar
Approval Authority - Admin Changes
Manager, Central Policy
Approval Date
25th October 2021
Expiry Date
Not Applicable
Policy Author
Kathryn Wardill
Associate Director, Integrity and Assessment Support
Policy Owner
Connie Merlino
University Secretary and Academic Registrar
Enquiries Contact
Student Conduct
Summary of Changes from Previous Version
- Clarification that gender-based violence (GBV) matters are managed by staff with relevant GBV and trauma-informed expertise.
- Clarification that confidentiality obligations do not prevent a student from seeking support services.
- Clarification to apply a trauma-informed approach when determining a student conduct matter.
- Appeal timeframes adjusted to ensure compliance with the Code.
- Notification requirements for impacted or affected persons have been updated.
Clauses Amended:Procedure: 12c, 13, 15a, 31