Parents frustrated over school asbestos clean-up delays
Ngunnawal Primary School parents express anxiety over dynamic asbestos clean-up schedule. Education officials admit communication failures as families struggle with last-minute closures.
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AI Fall Detection Revolutionises Aged Care Safety
Smart fall detection systems using AI technology are transforming resident safety in Australian aged care facilities, providing continuous monitoring to prevent injuries and deaths from falls.
Police use pepper spray on elderly man in Sydney care home
An 87-year-old man was pepper-sprayed by police after threatening staff with a metal ornament at a Sydney aged care facility. The incident has sparked an official review.
Yanchep's First Private School Gets Green Light
St Matthew's Anglican School receives official approval, set to open in 2027 with capacity for 1200 students. Enrolments now open for Yanchep's first private educational institution.
Malkara School closes again over asbestos sand
Parents at Canberra's Malkara School express frustration over poor communication as coloured sand potentialy contaminated with asbestos forces another closure. Get the latest updates.
Cairns School Lockdown After Armed Person Spotted
Multiple Cairns schools enact lockdowns after reports of armed person near grounds. Police operation secures area. Read latest safety updates.
Townsville State High Formal Venue Announced
Townsville State High School's 2025 formal will be held at The Ville Resort-Casino, marking a significant venue change for graduating students. Discover the exciting details!
Perth School Needle Scare: Minister Seeks Answers
WA Health Minister Meredith Hammat demands details after a botched blood sugar test at Byford John Calvin School saw students pricked with a single needle. Parents urged to get children tested.
Aged Care Funding Changes: What Families Need to Know
Australia's aged care system undergoes major reforms from November 1. Learn about new user-pays costs, RAD changes, and financial planning strategies for families.
Byford School Blood Testing Puts Students at Risk
Students at Byford John Calvin School exposed to blood-borne diseases due to improper blood sugar testing procedures. Health Department investigating serious breaches.
Historic Newcastle School Building to Return to Roots
Newcastle Grammar School seeks to convert a historic 1908 courthouse annexe back into educational use for creative arts and exams, reconnecting with its past as Australia's oldest school.
Child struck by car outside Canberra school, police appeal
ACT Policing is urging witnesses to come forward after a child was struck by a vehicle outside Gold Creek High School in Nicholls last month. The child sustained minor injuries.
Jessica Kelly Named Geelong College Junior School Head
Geelong College announces Jessica Kelly as new Junior School Head starting Term 1 2025. Experienced educator brings fresh vision to prestigious school community.
Canberra school closures update for November 19
Education Minister Yvette Berry updates Canberra school closures as asbestos removal continues. Get the latest list of open and closed schools for Wednesday, November 19.
ACT School Closures: Asbestos Crisis Day 3
Asbestos-contaminated sand forces ACT school closures for a third day. 25 schools fully closed, 16 partially. Get the full list of impacted schools and updates.
ACT Schools Reopen After Asbestos Sand Scare
Canberra parents check which schools are open Tuesday after asbestos found in decorative sand. Full list of closures and partial openings revealed.
Jessica Kelly Named Geelong College Junior School Head
Geelong College announces Jessica Kelly as new Junior School Head starting Term 1 2025. Experienced educator brings 20+ years leadership to role.
Townsville Aged Care Patients With Nowhere To Go
Dozens of elderly patients occupy three full hospital wards in Townsville with no aged care placements available. Health crisis deepens as beds remain blocked.
Magic Sand Chaos: Canberra Schools Closed Over Asbestos
Canberra parents face school closures as asbestos concerns spread through magic sand products. ACT government response leaves families scrambling for last-minute arrangements.
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 scare closes Canberra public schools
Multiple Canberra public schools closed Friday due to asbestos contamination in decorative sand. WorkSafe ACT advises testing and remediation. Get the full list of affected schools.
Parent knocked out in Sydney school brawl
A 53-year-old parent was knocked unconscious after allegedly assaulting a student during a violent altercation at a Raby high school. Police are investigating the incident.
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.
$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.
School Lockdown After Armed Robbery Attempt in Melbourne
A Hampton East special needs school was sent into lockdown after a terrifying armed robbery attempt with a knife occurred outside its grounds. Police are investigating the incident which happened on Tuesday afternoon.
Newcastle train delays after emergency operation
Newcastle commuters faced major delays on November 11 after an emergency operation halted train services. Services resumed around 8am but were running significantly late.
Newcastle Students Celebrate as HSC Exams Conclude
Newcastle's graduating class of 2023 has erupted in celebration as the gruelling HSC exam period concludes, marking the end of 13 years of schooling with emotional farewells and wild festivities across the city.
Wallsend OOSH Closure Leaves Families Scrambling
The unexpected closure of Wallsend Out of School Hours care has left dozens of Newcastle families in crisis mode, with parents facing work disruptions and children displaced just weeks into the new school year.
Radford College parents revolt over fee hikes
Frustrated families at Radford College are considering withdrawing students as the prestigious Canberra school announces another significant fee increase, leaving parents questioning the value of private education.
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