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.
Canberra parents face school closures as asbestos concerns spread through magic sand products. ACT government response leaves families scrambling for last-minute arrangements.
Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School faces crisis with six suspensions daily in 2024. Community demands action on student behaviour and safety concerns.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lyneham High School community rallies for essential gymnasium upgrades as aging facilities fail to meet basic safety and educational standards, putting student wellbeing at risk.
A landmark development proposal would see another former Geelong school campus transformed into modern housing, continuing the region's urban renewal trend while preserving community connections.
Victoria's elite cricket competition faces controversy as St Kilda Cricket Club is investigated for alleged ball tampering during a crucial First XI match against Carlton.
Geelong's acclaimed Scotchmans Hill winery is transforming its Drysdale estate with a $12 million luxury accommodation development, featuring 16 premium villas and enhanced visitor facilities set to elevate the Bellarine Peninsula's tourism appeal.
A 30-year high school reunion in the Illawarra region has unearthed buried trauma for an LGBTQI+ advocate, revealing how schoolyard bullying continues to impact mental health decades later.
Former Melbourne Racing Club chair John Kanga breaks silence on his abrupt resignation, revealing he was targeted by a 'vengeful campaign' just days before the prestigious Caulfield Cup.
Discover Canberra's vibrant community scene with our complete guide to school fetes, markets, and family-friendly events happening across the capital.
WA Police launch major speeding blitz targeting reckless drivers in Scarborough school zones. Multiple motorists caught flouting 40km/h limits during peak drop-off times.
Join the centenary celebration as St Therese's Primary School in New Lambton reflects on a century of shaping young minds and building community connections.
New investigation reveals mechanical failure, not student behaviour, caused the alarming North Shore school bus incident that left parents demanding answers.
Cairns students and staff were safely evacuated after police responded to an unverified threat at Redlynch State College. Authorities have secured the campus while investigations continue.
Victoria's workplace watchdog has slapped the Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-operative with multiple charges for allegedly putting children as young as 15 to work in dangerous conditions, including operating heavy machinery and handling hazardous chemicals.
Western Australia's cricket fraternity comes together to honour the memory of Ben Austin, a promising young Victorian cricketer whose life was tragically cut short.
Former Woonona High students from the 1970s reunite for an emotional 50-year milestone, sharing memories and creating new ones in a heartwarming Illawarra gathering.
Victoria's beloved Funfields theme park marks four decades of family fun as long-term employee Tayla shares her incredible journey of growing up at the attraction, creating lifelong memories across generations.
The Victorian cricket community is mourning the sudden death of 18-year-old Ben Austin, who collapsed while preparing for a T20 match with Ferntree Gully Cricket Club.
A devastating incident at a T20 cricket warm-up in Ferntree Gully has claimed the life of a teenage player, sending shockwaves through the sporting community.
The Geelong community mourns Tom O'Neill, a beloved Armstrong Creek man remembered as a 'kind soul' and celebrated through a new college award honouring his legacy of compassion and character.
Nathan Rourke returns to County Court fighting his sentence for dangerous driving and assaults that left Geelong community stunned. Latest updates on the appeal.