Australia's national action plan addresses sexual assault on campuses

Australia's governments have agreed on a national action plan to address sexual assault on university campuses. The plan includes mandated reporting, a new code of conduct, and an independent student ombudsman. The plan aims to reduce sexual violence rates in tertiary education, with 14,300 students experiencing sexual violence annually. Universities will be required to report progress and address the needs of at-risk students. The plan has been welcomed by campaigners and students.