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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.

CSIRO to cut 350 jobs in major restructure

Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts and $280M maintenance backlog. CEO Doug Hilton explains the hard choices needed to secure Australia's scientific future.

CSIRO confirms plans to slash up to 350 jobs

Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 job cuts following 818 positions eliminated over past two years. Public sector union calls for government intervention.

Great Aussie Bush Camp goes national with expansion

The Great Aussie Bush Camp acquires PGL Adventure Camps, expanding from NSW to Victoria and Queensland. 150 jobs secured as thousands more students gain access to life-changing outdoor education experiences.

Peter Klinken Enters WA Science Hall of Fame

WA's longest-serving chief scientist Prof Peter Klinken earns Hall of Fame induction for his transformative contributions to medical research and science advocacy.

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.

UWA losing students due to elitist perceptions

The University of Western Australia confronts declining enrolments as students perceive it as elitist and inaccessible. Discover the challenges facing this prestigious institution.

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?

Peppermint Grove: Perth's Frogless Suburb

Peppermint Grove is the only metro Perth suburb with zero frog records. Experts urge locals to download the FrogID app this FrogID Week to help conservation efforts.

WA ATAR exam cyber abuse sparks education warning

Western Australian education authorities issue urgent warning after Year 12 English exam text prompts disturbing online harassment of Indigenous author. Discover how the controversy unfolded and what's being done to address digital abuse.

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.

Radford College parents protest fee hike via WhatsApp

Furious parents at Radford College have formed a WhatsApp protest group after the school announced significant fee increases without adequate consultation, leaving families scrambling to manage their budgets.

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