Julia Holman

Sydney

Executive Producer and Reporter, RN Breakfast at ABC News (Australia)

Articles

America’s top economist receives UNSW Sydney’s highest honour

4 weeks ago | unsw.edu.au | Ben Knight |Julia Holman

Trailblazing economist Janet Yellen has been awarded an honorary UNSW degree for distinguished career and public service. Secretary Janet Yellen, the former Chair of the US Federal Reserve and US Treasury Secretary, offered words of wisdom to UNSW Sydney graduates as she received the University’s highest honour this week. “The world needs your energy, creativity and commitment.
10 UNSW Sydney subjects in global top 100

Jan 22, 2025 | unsw.edu.au | Julia Holman

The Times Higher Education Rankings has recognised 10 UNSW Sydney subjects among the top 100 in the world. UNSW Law & Justice ranked 35th globally, while UNSW Engineering secured the 51st position, standing out as the number one engineering program in Australia. Ten disciplines at UNSW Sydney have been ranked in the global top 100 in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject. The leading discipline was UNSW Law & Justice, distinguished by its global ranking of 35th.
Sydney’s newest ferry named after UNSW’s Martin Green

Dec 3, 2024 | unsw.edu.au | Julia Holman

The Martin Green ferry will soon be open to the public along the F3 Circular Quay to Parramatta Route. UNSW Sydney Scientia Professor Martin Green has helped change our country and the world with his groundbreaking work on solar panels. Now, millions of Sydneysiders and visitors to the city will have the chance to learn more about his global contributions when a ferry bearing his name begins cruising across Sydney Harbour and along the Parramatta River.
UNSW first for Career Impact, second for Research: AFR Rankings

Nov 13, 2024 | unsw.edu.au | Julia Holman

The Australian Financial Review newspaper has ranked UNSW first for Career Impact, second for Research, and fourth for Equity in its 2024 rankings of Australian universities. Success at university goes beyond achieving high grades – it's about preparing for a lifetime of opportunities. UNSW Sydney continues to cement its reputation for preparing students for successful careers.
When will the RBA hit ‘pause’ on rate rises?

Aug 15, 2023 | abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Fran Kelly |Julia Holman |Lara Heaton

This week, the Reserve Bank raised interest rates for the 10th consecutive time. But now the RBA Governor Philip Lowe has indicated that a “pause” in rate hikes could be on its way. ABC Business Editor Ian Verrender joins Patricia Karvelas and Fran Kelly on The Party Room.
RBA overhaul, Budget challenges and a shadow cabinet reshuffle

Aug 15, 2023 | abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Fran Kelly |Lara Heaton |Julia Holman

The RBA is set for a major shake-up, following the release of the first review into the central bank in decades. So what’s set to change? And with just over two weeks before the Federal Budget, the Albanese Government has a tricky challenge: how to help Australians struggling with the cost of living while managing inflation. Michelle Grattan, Chief Political Correspondent with The Conversation and Professorial Fellow at University of Canberra joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas to unpack.
China, Subs and Penny Wong, live at WOMADelaide - ABC listen

Aug 15, 2023 | abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Fran Kelly |Lara Heaton |Julia Holman

The Party Room hosts Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas travel to Adelaide for a live recording at WOMADelaide, with special guest Foreign Minister Penny Wong and the Guardian’s Tory Shepherd joining them on stage. In front of a packed crowd, they discuss the AUKUS deal, the rise of China and how Penny Wong wrangles the unruly Senate.
Why are we spending $368 billion on submarines? - ABC listen

Aug 15, 2023 | abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Fran Kelly |Lara Heaton |Julia Holman

Anthony Albanese, alongside US President Joe Biden and UK PM Rishi Sunak, revealed the details of the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal this week. It’s the most expensive and ambitious project Australia has ever embarked on, but not everyone is on board with the plan and its $368 billion dollar price tag. Chief International Correspondent at the Australian, Cameron Stewart joins Patricia Karvelas and Fran Kelly to unpack.
Parliament pulls an all-nighter in a policy-packed week - ABC listen

Aug 15, 2023 | abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Fran Kelly |Lara Heaton |Julia Holman

It’s been a jam-packed final sitting week before the May budget, as the Albanese government attempts to push through a suite of legislation. Negotiations with the Greens and the crossbench have proved fruitful, but the government’s Housing bill remains a sticking point. Laura Tingle, Chief Political Correspondent at 7.30 joins Patricia Karvelas and Fran Kelly to unpackFollow The Party Room on the ABC Listen App or your favourite podcast app. Got a burning political query?
Why is Peter Dutton saying No to the Voice? - ABC listen

Aug 15, 2023 | abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Fran Kelly |Lara Heaton |Julia Holman

After months of speculation, the Liberal Party has finally settled on a formal ‘No’ position on the Voice referendum. Peter Dutton will campaign against what he’s labelled a “voice to Canberra”, while Cape York Indigenous leader Noel Pearson has accused the Opposition Leader of a “Judas betrayal”. Anna Henderson, Chief Political Correspondent at SBS joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas to unpack. Follow The Party Room on the ABC Listen App or your favourite podcast app.