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.
Persistent rain in Townsville is cooling beaches, potentially leading to a boom in male green sea turtle hatchlings. Experts monitor the crucial nesting season. Learn about this fascinating climate impact.
Jayden Brian, a former Methodist Ladies' College swim coach, faces court charged with sexually abusing a child. The alleged offences occurred in Geelong. Read the latest details.
A former swimming coach at Brisbane's Methodist Ladies' College has been charged with sexually abusing a child. The alleged offences occurred in 2022. Read the full story.
A former swim coach at a prestigious Townsville school has been charged with sexually abusing a child. Read the latest on the shocking case and the police investigation.
Adelaide University officially launches today after a $450 million merger between two institutions. Staff are back on campus, with the first full student cohort arriving next week.
Queensland's landmark public sex offender register is now live, providing details of nearly 4000 convicted paedophiles. Learn how to access the tiers of information responsibly.
Discover where Geelong's highest-achieving school leavers are heading to university in 2024 and the factors shaping their crucial decisions for future careers.
An independent review reveals a 'perfect storm' of errors led to 140 students across nine Queensland schools studying Augustus instead of Julius Caesar for their major exam. Discover the findings and new safeguards.
Doug William Diver, former Shire of Ashburton deputy president, has been charged with multiple child sex offences. The 68-year-old will face court in Perth. Read the full details.
A 70-year-old former Tasmanian school employee faces charges of persistent sexual abuse of a child. The alleged crimes occurred between 2018 and 2020. Support is available.
Revealing the ACT government's $70 million education budget blowout and systemic mismanagement leading to overcrowded classrooms of up to 40 students. Read the full investigation.
Robert Crilly, a convicted sex offender from Geelong, faces court accused of stealing thousands from major retailers. Read the latest on the new charges.
A Townsville sex offender with a history of violent assaults has been ordered to a mental health hospital under a supervision order. Read the full court details.
Robert Marc Windsor, jailed for horrific child sex crimes, is set for another parole hearing. His brother and survivor, Mitchell, says the process forces him to delay his paramedic graduate application.
Western Australia's Parliament has passed landmark surrogacy reforms, removing medical infertility requirements and opening access to single men and same-sex couples. The long-awaited bill now heads to the Legislative Assembly.
Jared Benedict Tiu, a former enrolled nurse, has been permanently banned from providing health services in Australia after being convicted of child sex offences. Read the full details.
Cairns District Court delivers multiple sentencings including child sex offences and assault cases. Get the latest court updates and legal outcomes from Far North Queensland.
Heatley Secondary College students dazzled Townsville with their formal attire, showcasing confidence and style in a memorable community celebration.
The University of Newcastle has completed its $67.3 million Gosford Central building, expanding higher education access on the Central Coast. Tour the new facility on December 1.
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on school infrastructure and teacher training. Learn how this investment will transform classrooms.
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on infrastructure, teacher training, and student support. Learn how this investment will transform learning outcomes across the state.
A former NSW Board of Studies worker argues the HSC receives disproportionate resources compared to early childhood education. Read why Australia needs to rethink its educational priorities.
Thousands of Far North Queensland teachers walked off the job today, joining 50,000 educators statewide in demanding better pay and conditions. Learn how this affects local schools.
Radford College introduces new fee structure to address parent concerns over significant increases. Learn how the changes affect tuition and what it means for families in 2026.
Discover the influential leaders transforming Geelong's education landscape across schools and universities. Meet the visionaries shaping student success in our region.
South Australia announces sweeping education reforms targeting skills development and employment pathways. Discover how these changes will impact students and the workforce.
A 55-year-old Shoalhaven man has been charged with multiple historic child sex offences involving young girls. Police urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
South Australia's government reveals comprehensive education reforms including curriculum updates and teacher support initiatives. Learn how these changes will impact students across the state.
Western Australian parents and students deliver emotional letters to state parliament protesting the education funding crisis. Read their powerful stories and demands for change.