Australian local governments are dramatically expanding their role, moving far beyond traditional services to become key players in community wellbeing, economic development, and digital innovation.
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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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Western Australian education authorities move swiftly to reassure students affected by critical printing errors in ATAR language exams, ensuring no student will be disadvantaged.
Exclusive Canberra private school Radford College issues apology and reverses controversial fee increase following intense pressure from angry parents facing financial strain.
Discover how Australian developers and tech professionals are using their coding skills to drive positive social change and tackle community challenges across the nation.
A Yorke Peninsula school principal has been stood down pending investigation into serious allegations, leaving parents and staff seeking answers.
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Ex-rugby league player Trent Merrin faces serious charges after allegedly stealing cryptocurrency worth $140,000 in a shocking Wollongong case that bridges sports and digital crime.
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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 shocking new survey reveals Western Australian teachers are struggling to cope with a dramatic surge in students with complex needs, calling for urgent government action and more support.
Australian schools are implementing sweeping social media bans, with Reddit getting the green light while Roblox faces exclusion in new national safety guidelines.
A New South Wales man faces serious charges after allegedly orchestrating a sophisticated cryptocurrency theft worth $140,000, with police revealing breakthrough forensic techniques led to his arrest nearly a year later.
An exclusive interview with Peri Strathearn, Managing Editor of Murray Bridge News, uncovering how authentic community storytelling thrives despite industry challenges.
A state-of-the-art $25 million Aboriginal school has opened in Adelaide's northwest, replacing the former site demolished for the South Road upgrade, marking a new era for Indigenous education.
Exclusive: Canberra's vulnerable residents face alarming barriers as essential government services go digital-only, leaving people with disabilities struggling to access critical support.
Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionising financial advice in Australia. Are robo-advisors the future of wealth management, or should you stick with human experts?
When a sudden blackout plunged his home into darkness, Adrian Barich discovered an unexpected silver lining that's changing how Australian families connect over meals.
Celebrated journalist Billy Rule reflects on two decades crafting compelling stories for STM, sharing insights on what makes magazine storytelling uniquely powerful in today's digital age.
Australia's social media ban for under-16s sparks debate about how teens will fill their summer hours. Will this digital detox reshape youth culture and family dynamics?
Canberra's Marist College implements comprehensive mobile phone ban during school hours to enhance classroom engagement and reduce digital distractions for students.
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Discover how Tammie Jones is transforming education through Indigenous art at Wulguru State School, creating cultural bridges and student success stories in Townsville.