WA regional schools record lowest attendance in Australia
New data reveals Western Australia's regional schools have the nation's worst attendance rates, with a rise in school refusal post-COVID. Discover the figures and expert analysis.
New data reveals Western Australia's regional schools have the nation's worst attendance rates, with a rise in school refusal post-COVID. Discover the figures and expert analysis.
Parents get first look at Thornton Public School's major redevelopment, featuring 16 new classrooms and a library, set to double capacity by 2028 as part of a $2.1bn regional NSW schools upgrade.
New research from Edith Cowan University reveals primary students spend less than an hour weekly on computer-based writing. Experts call for urgent upskilling in keyboarding and digital literacy.
A man has been stabbed at Keysborough Secondary College in Melbourne's southeast. The victim was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Read the latest details.
Expert tutoring can be a key factor in passing the competitive selective school entry test. Discover the strategies and ethical considerations for maximising your child's potential.
Geelong parents are securing spots for their unborn children in elite private schools as waitlists explode. Discover the fierce competition and what it means for local families.
A Perth father with a genetic cholesterol disorder urges Australians over 40 to get tested. Learn his story and where to find free screenings during Cholesterol Awareness Week.
A Glenroy man faces multiple charges after allegedly firing arrows into a Melbourne special needs school for months. Police found a cache of weapons during a raid.
Experienced educator Shannon Cormack has been appointed as the founding principal of Armstrong Creek's new Biyala Primary School, set to open in 2025 with innovative learning programs.
An 11-year-old boy carried a kitchen knife and toy gun into Brentwood Park Primary School, leaving an 8-year-old and staff member injured. The Berwick community is in shock.
Parents at Neville Bonner Primary School express anxiety after student brings knife to school. Learn about the incident response and ongoing safety concerns.
Wellington Point State High School community grieves after Year 12 student's sudden death. Principal urges social media respect as graduation proceeds sensitively.
Geelong Football Club draftee Jesse Mellor returns to his former primary school for a heartwarming surprise visit, inspiring young students with his AFL journey.
An 11-year-old boy was stabbed at Brentwood Park Primary School in Berwick, prompting a brief lockdown. Police are investigating the incident. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on school infrastructure and teacher training. Learn how this investment will transform classrooms.
Education Minister Blair Boyer convenes expert roundtable after 600+ physical assaults on SA teachers in 2024. Urgent action needed to protect educators.
Perth family races to raise $3 million for two-year-old Aurelia Patel's lifesaving heart and lung transplant in the US after Australian options exhausted.
National Heart Foundation chief David Lloyd demands action on rheumatic heart disease devastating Aboriginal communities. Perth to host global RHD congress in November.
Northern Beaches High School students celebrated their 2025 formal in spectacular style. See the stunning fashion and unforgettable moments from this milestone event.
A major police operation and school lockdowns across Sydney's north-west were triggered by a man carrying a toy gun. Discover how the incident unfolded and the community reaction.
Parents at Canberra's Radford College have overwhelmingly voted no confidence in the school board after a major financial error led to a 23% fee increase. Read the full story.
Thuringowa State High School students dazzled at their 2025 formal celebration. See how these Townsville teens marked their milestone event in unforgettable style.
A 15-year-old boy faces murder charges after allegedly stabbing a 17-year-old outside a Sydney school. The tragic incident occurred in Beaumont Hills on Monday afternoon.
Geelong's school crossing supervisors filed 62 safety complaints in just 4 months, raising urgent concerns about student and worker protection. Read the investigation findings.
FOI documents expose 277 school lockdowns across Victoria in one year, including violent threats. Discover the shocking data and what's being done to improve school safety.
Shocking FOI data reveals Victorian schools endured 277 lockdowns last year, with violent threats forcing students into terrifying security protocols. Read the full investigation.
Disturbing FOI documents reveal 277 school lockdowns occurred across Victoria in a single year, with violent threats forcing students into emergency protocols. Read the full investigation.
All ACT public schools reopen after a week-long asbestos sand clean-up. Malkara School was the last to be cleared. Education Minister Yvette Berry prioritises student safety.
Radford College introduces new fee structure to address parent concerns over significant increases. Learn how the changes affect tuition and what it means for families in 2026.
Multiple schools in Sydney's northwest entered lockdown after a person was seen with firearms. Police later confirmed the items were toys. Stay informed with the latest.