Developer ADC unveils a revised $110 million plan to convert the heritage-listed Perth Girls School into a 1,200-bed student accommodation hub, responding to Perth's critical housing shortage for students.
A Queensland boys' school faces parent backlash over strict hairstyle rules banning mullets and ponytails. The debate highlights tensions between school standards and personal expression. Read the full story.
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A Cairns mother's quiet evening turned into a horror scene when thousands of maggots rained from her ceiling. Read her shocking story and the council's response.
Duncraig Senior High School's $43 million transformation is now open, delivering state-of-the-art science and English blocks. The upgrade benefits a growing student population in Perth's northern suburbs.
New data reveals the soaring cost of education in the Illawarra for 2026. Parents face up to $336,870 for private schooling, while public education hits $95,000 over 13 years. See the full breakdown.
Perth's Club Shakas sold out its first wave rave at Trigg Beach in two hours, blending surfing and music for women. Founder Jahney Smith says it's an antidote to loneliness and intimidation.
Former board member demands independent review of Capital Football for failing to send any girls' teams to the national futsal championships, calling it a 'slap in the face'. Read the full story.
Perth Modern School's 2025 graduates credit the school's environment for their outstanding ATAR results, with a median score of 95.8 and many achieving 99+. Discover their stories.
A 33-year-old teacher from a Perth Anglican school faces multiple charges over alleged persistent sexual conduct with a teenage boy. She will appear in court later this month.
Officeworks launches its annual Back to School Appeal with a goal to raise $1 million for The Smith Family, providing essential learning tools and support for Australian students in need.
Two 15-year-old girls arrested over an alleged assault on a 13-year-old at Mordialloc Pier have been released without charge. Police urge witnesses and the man who intervened to come forward.
The University of Newcastle's award-winning Daughters and Dads Active and Empowered program has transformed over 7000 lives, boosting girls' confidence and dads' mental health. Discover how this global initiative is tackling gender bias.
Celebrity chefs Sarah Todd and Declan Cleary have announced the birth of twin daughters, Claudia and Charlotte, just one day before Christmas. Get the heartwarming details on their MasterChef love story.
Barwon Valley School and Oberon High School principals retire, marking the end of a combined 75 years in education. Read about their legacies and the search for successors.
The Shooting Stars program celebrated a decade of supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls at a glamorous gala at The Ritz-Carlton, Perth. See highlights from the night.
A third teenage boy has been granted bail over the stabbing at Ellenbrook Secondary College that forced a lockdown. Get the latest on the court case and community response.
Barwon Valley School's John Munro and Oberon High's Tim McMahon retire, leaving a lasting legacy in Geelong education. Read about their careers and the search for successors.
Three teenage girls are accused of a Cairns crime spree, stealing cars and Christmas presents. Police allege offences occurred across multiple suburbs. Read the full details.
Parents in Western Australia face fee hikes of up to 7.4% at elite private schools in 2026, far exceeding the national inflation rate. See which schools are affected and the reasons behind the surge.
Construction accelerates on Medowie's new Catherine McAuley Primary School, with a foundation principal appointed and enrolments opening soon for a Term 1, 2027 start.
Rhonda Morton, principal of Coniston Public School, retires after a 33-year teaching career. She shares her secret to leadership and plans to return to casual teaching.
The iconic Bushells Tea House in Guildford, Perth, has sold for $1.2 million. Discover the history of this unique property and why it was a bargain buy.
Newcastle's nationally significant maritime heritage collection is homeless as its lease expires in March 2026. Councillors clash over accountability and solutions for the 8,500-item cache.
A beloved Townsville institution, The Heritage Exchange, is closing its doors after three decades. Discover the story behind its legacy and what's next for the iconic building.
Jamie Oliver simplifies festive cooking in his SBS special, while ABC and SBS screen docs on surfing's gender pay gap and Luke Perry's legacy. Your guide to December's essential viewing.
A Townsville school has halved bullying incidents by adopting a unique 'country approach' program, fostering respect and community. Discover how this model is transforming student wellbeing.
Scotch College in Melbourne has banned e-bikes and e-scooters from its campus, citing serious safety concerns for students. The new policy takes immediate effect.
New images reveal WA's first vertical public primary school in East Perth, a $165m project for 600+ students. Public comment is open until December 23.
St Andrew's Grammar School in Dianella unveils its $9 million Bianca Afkos Science and Technology Centre, featuring robotics labs and performance spaces. Opens Term 1, 2026.