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Bishop Stares Down Critics as Embattled ANU Vice Chancellor Resigns

Professor Bell resigned after backlash over a $250 million cost-cutting plan that led to forced redundancies, governance concerns, and investigations by education regulators.

  • Genevieve Bell resigned as vice-chancellor of Australian National University amid ongoing controversies and governance concerns in 2025.
  • Her resignation followed growing backlash over the Renew ANU restructure, staff cuts, and allegations of poor leadership and financial mismanagement.
  • The university is currently being examined by both the higher education regulator and the Fair Work Ombudsman, while Chancellor Julie Bishop faces serious bullying accusations, which she denies.
  • Bell said stepping down was difficult but necessary, stating she does not want to block ANU's future and aiming for stability and trust rebuilding under interim vice-chancellor Rebekah Brown.
  • The departures and ongoing investigations highlight systemic governance failures at ANU, suggesting a need for a complete overhaul beyond leadership changes.
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Australian Financial Review broke the news in Sydney, Australia on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
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