Aboriginal teen wrongly arrested at gunpoint on bus
ACT police officers wrongly arrested a 17-year-old Aboriginal teenager at gunpoint on a Canberra bus, sparking outrage over racial profiling and excessive force. Read the full story.
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Aboriginal Psychologist Pat Dudgeon Wins Mental Health Prize
Professor Pat Dudgeon, Australia's first Aboriginal psychologist, receives the 2025 Australian Mental Health Prize for her lifelong dedication to Indigenous mental health. Discover her journey and impact.
South Australia Announces Major Education Overhaul
South Australia's government reveals comprehensive education reforms including curriculum updates and teacher support initiatives. Learn how these changes will impact students across the state.
WA education protest: Heartbreaking letters to parliament
Western Australian parents and students deliver emotional letters to state parliament protesting the education funding crisis. Read their powerful stories and demands for change.
Kiama's dilapidated police residence needs urgent repair
Kiama's historic police residence faces severe deterioration with falling gutters and overgrown vegetation. Council unanimously backs motion seeking state government assistance for restoration.
VCE Exams Wrap Up for 2025 Across Victoria
Thousands of Victorian Year 12 students have completed their final VCE exams, marking the end of their secondary education journey. Read about their experiences and what comes next.
Canberra's education gap leaves boys behind
ACT faces silent crisis as boys trail girls in literacy by 20% and men account for 70% of suicides. Expert calls for male teachers and targeted support.
Indigenous Procurement Policy Benefits Must Be Shared
Emma Garlett argues Indigenous procurement policy benefits must reach more Aboriginal businesses. Learn how Australia can improve economic participation.
WA Premier Questions University Numbers in State
WA Premier Roger Cook suggests the state may have too many universities for its population size. The ongoing merger review continues as the government seeks to strengthen the higher education sector.
WA Science Teacher Christopher Lambe Wins Top Education Award
Christopher Lambe, a primary school science specialist from Perth, has been named WA's Teacher of the Year for his innovative approach to science education that engages young students.
Aboriginal Tourism Father Sam Lovell Dies at 92
Western Australia mourns Sam Lovell OAM, the pioneering Indigenous tourism leader who transformed cultural experiences. Discover his remarkable legacy and impact.
Kalgoorlie School Suspends Six Students Daily
Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School faces crisis with six suspensions daily in 2024. Community demands action on student behaviour and safety concerns.
Asbestos in Sand Forces Adelaide School Closures
Multiple Adelaide schools closed after asbestos found in sand. Health authorities investigating potential exposure. Parents urged to monitor children for symptoms.
Ex-teacher jailed 11 years for historic child sex abuse
Rodney Neville Watkins, a former Perth primary teacher, receives 11-year sentence for sexually abusing students in the 1970s. Justice finally served after 50 years.
ACT School Closures Over Asbestos Scare
ACT government defends sudden public school closures amid asbestos concerns in children's sand. Parents scramble as testing continues. Will schools reopen Monday?
Australia's First Treaty Signed into Law
Australia makes history as its first formal treaty with Indigenous peoples becomes law, establishing a new framework for reconciliation and self-determination.
SA Government Announces $15M Digital Education Package
South Australia invests $15 million in digital learning upgrades for schools, enhancing technology access and teacher training across the state. Learn how this initiative will transform education.
Hunter students get a taste of medical research at HMRI
Year 10 and 11 students from Hunter schools spent a day at the Hunter Medical Research Institute, gaining hands-on experience in labs and designing their own medical experiments. Discover how this initiative is inspiring the next generation of scientists.
ANU denies ignoring regulator's request on VC search
The Australian National University responds to TEQSA's concerns about governance, denying it ignored a 'strong' request to pause its vice-chancellor recruitment. Full details on the ongoing review.
$50,000 Arts Degrees Under New Australian Reforms
Australian government reforms will double arts degree costs to $50,000 while cutting fees for 'job-relevant' courses like teaching and nursing. Explore the education shakeup.
Tribute: Illawarra elder Aunty Heather Ball remembered
Wadi Wadi elder Aunty Heather Ball defied medical predictions to guide her Illawarra community for 20 extra years through quiet strength and compassion. Learn about her remarkable legacy.
North Lake Student Wins Rotary Award After 2 Years in Australia
Nazi Nazari arrived in Australia two years ago speaking no English. Now, the North Lake Senior Campus student has been honoured with a Rotary Endeavour Award for her resilience and determination.
Hunter students celebrate HSC end with glamorous formals
After gruelling HSC exams, over 6000 Hunter students swap textbooks for gowns and suits at school formals. Meet the graduates and their unique fashion stories.
WA school bars 'Free Palestine' yearbook quote
Harrisdale Senior High School blocked a student's 'Free Palestine' yearbook quote, citing potential offence. The Education Department intervened, leading to a compromise.
School reunion love blooms after 40 years apart
A Wollongong West Public School reunion brought Helen and Kevin together decades after childhood. Now married 20 years, they returned for the school's centenary celebrations.
Nous boss explains $2m ANU job in Senate hearing
Nous Group CEO Tim Orton has defended the consultancy's $2 million work for ANU, denying using a 'cookie-cutter' approach while explaining the complex projects undertaken.
$21M WA School Trial to Boost Student Attendance
A $21 million trial will bring health and community services into four WA schools, aiming to improve student attendance and wellbeing. Educators welcome the initiative.
Canberra School Fees Jump 23% Amid Financial Pressure
Radford College hikes fees by 23% after reporting $840,000 deficit. Interest expenses triple to $1.35 million while admin costs hit $4.5 million. Read the full financial breakdown.
Regional & Aboriginal Women Report More Domestic Violence
WA Police Commissioner reveals increased domestic violence reporting from regional and Aboriginal women. Learn about new initiatives and support services available.
Teachers Struggle with Complex Student Needs
Australian educators face unprecedented challenges meeting students' complex needs. Expert Lee Casuscelli calls for urgent support and systemic changes to help teachers succeed.
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