Canberra Teens Shed Summer Hairstyles for School
As Canberra students return to classrooms, hairdressers report a surge in requests to reverse trendy summer cuts like modern mullets and dip dyes to meet school uniform policies.
Category : Education
ACT Hides Phonics Check Results Despite Calls for Transparency
Canberra's education authorities have decided against publishing Year 1 phonics test results, sparking debate about accountability versus student wellbeing in literacy reforms.
Nat Locke on Back-to-School Stationery and Nostalgia
Nat Locke shares her nostalgic love for back-to-school rituals, from new pencil cases to book covering, reflecting on the magic and chaos of the season.
WA School Children Sleeping Rough, Data Shows
Exclusive data reveals hundreds of school-aged children and young people are experiencing homelessness each night in Western Australia, highlighting a growing crisis.
School Records Show Cheerful Lives of Brothers in Perth Tragedy
School newsletters reveal Otis and Leon Clune as social, happy boys who loved friends and activities, contrasting with the tragic murder-suicide in Mosman Park that shocked Perth.
Police Probe Sudden Death of 21yo Man in Perth's South-East
Authorities are investigating the sudden death of a 21-year-old man whose body was discovered on a walking track in Hilbert, Perth's south-eastern suburbs, on Friday evening.
Woodlands Assault: Woman Fights for Life in Hospital
A woman is fighting for her life in hospital after a serious assault in Woodlands on Saturday morning. Police are investigating the incident.
Big Fat Smile Helps Families Navigate Childcare
Big Fat Smile offers early learning, preschool, and OOSH care across the Illawarra, supporting 3,600 families with quality, affordable childcare solutions.
New Geelong Schools Open Without 40km/h Zones, Sparking Safety Fears
Parents and residents in Armstrong Creek and Charlemont express serious safety concerns as two new primary schools open without mandatory 40km/h speed zones, raising fears for children's safety.
Labor's 'Earn While You Learn' Plan for Student Teachers
South Australian student teachers could enter classrooms early under a Labor re-election pledge, allowing them to earn while completing their studies.
WA School Canteen Sugar Ban Faces Implementation Hurdles
Dozens of Western Australian schools are struggling to implement controversial canteen menu rules that ban sugary foods, with concerns about financial viability and volunteer shortages threatening compliance.
Teens Arrested After Biker Gang Attacks Police on Central Coast
Two teenagers have been arrested and drugs seized after a gang of 20 e-bike and dirt bike riders allegedly threw rocks at police vehicles on the Central Coast, injuring an officer.
Geelong School Lockdown After Nearby Gunfire Incident
Parents and students were forced to run for cover as gunfire erupted outside a Geelong school, prompting a lockdown and police investigation into the shocking incident.
Canberra Year 7 Students Navigate High School Transition
Year 7 students in Canberra government schools begin high school with excitement and nerves. Educators focus on smooth transitions and explicit literacy teaching to build confidence.
JCU Medicine Students Move into New Cairns Campus
James Cook University medical students have relocated to a new state-of-the-art facility in Cairns, enhancing training and community healthcare access in Far North Queensland.
Canberra childcare closure leaves parents scrambling for alternatives
Families in Canberra's outer south are struggling after the Richardson Child Care and Education Centre announced its sudden closure, citing low enrolments. Parents report waitlists of up to 300 children at other centres.
19 Devices to Help Your Child Excel at School in 2026
Discover a comprehensive guide to laptops, smartwatches, and speakers that can enhance your child's learning experience from primary school through university.
Geelong Triplets Start Final Year of Primary School
Triplets in Geelong are filled with excitement and anticipation as they embark on their last year of primary school, marking a significant family milestone.
19 Devices to Help Your Child Excel at School
Discover a curated list of laptops, smartwatches, and speakers designed to enhance learning, safety, and productivity for students from primary school to university.
Premier Opens Merged Adelaide University, UniSA Legacy Remains
Premier Peter Malinauskas officially opens the merged Adelaide University, which will become Australia's largest by student numbers, with UniSA's brand enduring at key sites like Pridham Hall pool.
Sun Safety Lessons and Climate Action Urged in Letters
Newcastle Herald readers call for mandatory sun safety education in schools and urgent government action on climate change, alongside diverse community opinions on road safety and multiculturalism.
Teacher Banned for Pregnancy with 12-Year-Old Student
Naomi Tekea Craig, a former Mandurah teacher, has been permanently banned from teaching after pleading guilty to multiple sexual offences involving a student she became pregnant with.
Search for Missing Teen Tahj in Lake Macquarie
Live updates on the search for 13-year-old Tahj Chate, missing from Blackalls Park in Lake Macquarie since January 26. Plus, other local news including an industrial burn incident and a fraud case.
Koala Habitat Protest at Queensland Private School
Residents protest Ormiston College's plan to clear 650 trees for new facilities, arguing it threatens endangered koala habitat in a designated safe zone.
Geelong Mum Fights for Eczema Son's Uniform Exemption
A Geelong mother advocates for her son with severe eczema, seeking a school uniform exemption to prevent skin irritation and promote his comfort and health.
Seventh Inmate Pleads Guilty in Cessnock Jail Bashing
A seventh inmate has pleaded guilty to his role in a violent bashing at Cessnock's Shortland Correctional Centre, as other attackers receive sentences or await their fate in court.
Police Hunt Four Alleged Domestic Violence Offenders
NSW Police have released mugshots and issued warrants for four men accused of domestic violence offences in the Illawarra region. Authorities are urging public assistance to locate the individuals, aged 31 to 45, who are known to frequent various local su
Child Rescued from Fence at Geelong Childcare Centre
Emergency services in Geelong successfully freed a young child who became trapped in a fence at the Kool Kidz childcare centre, highlighting safety concerns.
Yoto's Back-to-School Sale Eases Parental Stress
As summer holidays end, new research shows 50% of parents are stressed about the school transition. Yoto's screen-free audio players, now 10% off, help replace bad screen habits with healthy routines.
Ex-Staff Exposes Safety Breaches at Townsville Childcare
A former employee has revealed serious safety violations at a Townsville childcare centre, raising urgent concerns about child welfare and regulatory oversight in the region.
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