# Find an expert

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[### Staying informed without overwhelm in a distressing news cycle](https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/media-releases-and-expert-comments/2026/mar/news-overwhelm)

20 Mar 2026

With 24/7 news access at our fingertips, the distressing nature of global conflict, political upheaval and a constant barrage of news and traumatising imagery can take its toll. An RMIT expert comments on how we can balance the need to stay informed with what’s best for our mental health.

[### The ripple effects of Middle East conflict on Australian imports](https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/media-releases-and-expert-comments/2026/mar/supplychain-middleeast)

19 Mar 2026

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is creating ripple effects across global supply chains, particularly impacting fuel supply in Australia. An RMIT expert explains how disruptions to energy, shipping and key inputs are beginning to place pressure on other imported goods and prices.

[### VPN use rises as Australians respond to online age-verification rules](https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/media-releases-and-expert-comments/2026/mar/rise-vpn-use)

16 Mar 2026

Australia is seeing a rise in the use of virtual private networks (VPNs), as users look to protect their privacy or bypass new online age-verification requirements. An RMIT expert explains.

[### Easter treats costing more? The rising price of chocolate in Australia](https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/media-releases-and-expert-comments/2026/mar/easter-chocolate-prices)

12 Mar 2026

Australian shoppers are facing higher prices on chocolate in the lead‑up to Easter with reports of noticeable increases across shelves. An RMIT supply chain expert unpacks the complex and ever-changing reasons behind increased prices.

[### NAPLAN season – how parents can support children without adding pressure](https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/media-releases-and-expert-comments/2026/mar/naplan-managing-stress)

11 Mar 2026

As NAPLAN testing begins across Australia, many families feel pressure around how they should prepare their children. An RMIT education expert encourages parents to focus less on performance and more on emotional support.

[### If food must list every ingredient, why shouldn’t clothing?](https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/media-releases-and-expert-comments/2026/mar/clothing-greenwashing)

06 Mar 2026

Confusing textile language can mislead consumers and obscure the real environmental impacts of what we wear and use in our homes. An RMIT expert explains.

[### Resource gaps holding back gender equality](https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/media-releases-and-expert-comments/2026/feb/resource-gaps-gender-equality)

27 Feb 2026

Despite strong commitments to gender equality, many women‑dominated sectors continue to fall short on delivering equitable outcomes. An RMIT expert is available to comment ahead of an International Women's Day panel.

[### Why art matters for a place most Australians will never see](https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/media-releases-and-expert-comments/2026/feb/art-fellowship-antarctica)

26 Feb 2026

As Antarctica undergoes rapid environmental change, artists are playing a critical role in how its impacts are understood beyond scientific data. RMIT experts highlight why funding for programs that support creative practice, such as the Australian Antarctic Arts Fellowship, is essential to sustaining a cultural record of the continent at a moment of profound transformation.