As the 2026 school year begins, Canberra parents face rising costs. The Smith Family charity highlights digital access as crucial for student participation, with many struggling to afford devices and internet.
Sunrise's Courtney Roulston shares simple, healthy lunchbox recipes for the new school term. Get inspired with Perino tomato skewers and choc chip oat biscuits.
Perth Modern School's 2025 graduates credit the school's environment for their outstanding ATAR results, with a median score of 95.8 and many achieving 99+. Discover their stories.
As other nations adopt free school lunches to fight food insecurity and boost learning, Australia remains without a national program. Could this change?
A 33-year-old teacher from a Perth Anglican school faces multiple charges over alleged persistent sexual conduct with a teenage boy. She will appear in court later this month.
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Officeworks launches its annual Back to School Appeal with a goal to raise $1 million for The Smith Family's Learning for Life program, providing essential supplies and support to Australian students in need.
Officeworks launches its annual Back to School Appeal with a goal to raise $1 million for The Smith Family, providing essential learning tools and support for Australian students in need.
Barwon Valley School and Oberon High School principals retire, marking the end of a combined 75 years in education. Read about their legacies and the search for successors.
Australian governments are squandering a perfect opportunity for budget repair, risking higher interest rates and a weaker economy. Find out why political inaction will hit your wallet.
A third teenage boy has been granted bail over the stabbing at Ellenbrook Secondary College that forced a lockdown. Get the latest on the court case and community response.
Barwon Valley School's John Munro and Oberon High's Tim McMahon retire, leaving a lasting legacy in Geelong education. Read about their careers and the search for successors.
Parents in Western Australia face fee hikes of up to 7.4% at elite private schools in 2026, far exceeding the national inflation rate. See which schools are affected and the reasons behind the surge.
Construction accelerates on Medowie's new Catherine McAuley Primary School, with a foundation principal appointed and enrolments opening soon for a Term 1, 2027 start.
Rhonda Morton, principal of Coniston Public School, retires after a 33-year teaching career. She shares her secret to leadership and plans to return to casual teaching.
Discover the mandatory licences and premium designations that distinguish a professional, ethical financial advisor in Australia's reformed landscape. Learn how to verify credentials.
A Townsville school has halved bullying incidents by adopting a unique 'country approach' program, fostering respect and community. Discover how this model is transforming student wellbeing.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers' Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook forecasts deficits for a decade, with today's primary school children set to pay off a national debt nearing $1 trillion. Read the analysis.
Two students from OneSchool Global Maitland have topped the state in HSC Financial Services. Discover how virtual learning bridged a 700km gap to deliver outstanding results.
Discover the mandatory and voluntary accreditations that define a competent, ethical financial planner in Australia's reformed landscape. Learn how to verify credentials for your financial security.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers will unveil a slightly improved deficit of $36.8bn in the mid-year budget update, crediting savings and spending restraint. Read the full details.
Scotch College in Melbourne has banned e-bikes and e-scooters from its campus, citing serious safety concerns for students. The new policy takes immediate effect.
New images reveal WA's first vertical public primary school in East Perth, a $165m project for 600+ students. Public comment is open until December 23.
St Andrew's Grammar School in Dianella unveils its $9 million Bianca Afkos Science and Technology Centre, featuring robotics labs and performance spaces. Opens Term 1, 2026.
Struggling with budgets? Discover how a qualified Australian financial planner moves beyond simple tracking to holistic cash flow management, helping you achieve long-term wealth and security.
The Albanese government is set to unveil nearly $1 billion in savings from the public service and Defence reprioritisations in its mid-year budget update. Read the full breakdown.
Torquay P-6 College is removing dresses from its uniform, offering shorts and pants to all students. The change promotes inclusivity and practicality for active play.
Revised school bus timetables for West Dapto students cut morning travel by up to 52 minutes. Changes follow community campaign and will benefit Dapto Public and St John's Primary schools.
Ignatius Park College has set the date and venue for its 2025 Senior Formal. Discover the exciting theme and all the key details for this milestone event in Townsville.
A 17-year-old Scots College student was lured to a Woollahra park and assaulted by classmates. Police are investigating the incident, which was filmed and shared on Snapchat.