Former Labor leader Bill Shorten discusses his inaugural year as University of Canberra vice-chancellor, highlighting financial improvements, sector challenges, and his vision for accessible higher education.
Western suburbs teenagers are ditching traditional leather shoes for sustainable mushroom-based footwear, with several Perth schools now trialling the eco-friendly option.
The Australian Defence Force has inaugurated a dedicated space training school, enhancing national intelligence through satellite communications and threat detection.
An Illawarra mother shares her positive experience with Kemblawarra Public Preschool, a fee-free government-funded preschool that eased her children's transition to kindergarten. The NSW government is expanding access with new preschools under constructio
A Newcastle man has been hospitalised with severe leg injuries after a dog attack on Darby Street, prompting animal rescue operators to voice concerns over public safety and enforcement failures.
A mother in regional Victoria is seeking answers after her three-year-old non-verbal daughter suffered significant injuries at a childcare centre in Echuca, with allegations another child used a shovel.
James Cook University is undertaking a significant campus redevelopment in Townsville, demolishing older buildings to make way for modern facilities. This overhaul aims to enhance student experience and align with future educational needs.
Footage has emerged of a woman walking her dog while carrying a large serrated blade in St Albans Park, Geelong, raising safety concerns among locals.
Parents in Perth's western suburbs form advocacy group to push for inclusive education and specialised programs for autistic children, citing struggles with suspensions and lack of local resources.
ACT education directorate removes Craig Silvey's books from curriculum and libraries as precautionary measure following child exploitation charges against the prominent Australian author.
Frustrated parents in Geelong are calling for urgent solutions after repeated incidents of overcrowded buses in Lara left dozens of students unable to board, disrupting their education and causing safety concerns.
WA Police's Cold Case Investigations Squad has charged a 51-year-old man in relation to a robbery that occurred in Como in 2000, marking a significant breakthrough in a long-unsolved case.
The Western Australian State Government has announced a $140 million investment to build four new primary schools in Perth's outer suburbs, scheduled for completion in 2028.
Basil Zempilas critiques WA's Education Minister for denying a school visit while highlighting building defects, housing despair, and community safety initiatives in his weekly roundup.
Mareeba High School in Queensland entered a lockdown after a significant brawl involving students, prompting police intervention and raising safety concerns.
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Western Australian school principals have been issued new guidelines to help navigate complex family law disputes involving students, aiming to protect children's wellbeing and ensure legal compliance.
Tactical police officers from the Raptor Squad stormed a property in Albion Park Rail, arresting a man wanted by Queensland authorities in a dramatic cross-border operation witnessed by neighbours.
The ACT Legislative Assembly has compelled the government to commission an independent review of Canberra's sporting facilities, citing critical shortages in growing suburbs like Gungahlin and Molonglo Valley.
A major police operation, including the Raptor Squad, has targeted a Hamilton South apartment block in Newcastle following three separate violent knife incidents within a week.
The sons of a homeless man killed in Wollongong have shared their profound grief in court, as details emerge of the attacker's schizophrenia-driven delusions.
Geelong's educational landscape is set for a transformation as new principals are appointed to lead several schools in 2026, bringing diverse expertise and innovative approaches to enhance student outcomes and community engagement.
A family-owned Subiaco early learning centre has completed a $4 million rebuild and is set to reopen after a devastating 2024 fire destroyed 90% of the building.
Geelong schools are set for fresh leadership in 2026 with new principals appointed across the region, bringing diverse experience to enhance education.
Rita Saffioti highlights the brilliant opportunities that emerge during the first week of the school year, emphasising its importance for students and educators across Australia.
RSPCA WA partners with North Metropolitan TAFE animation students to create a campaign highlighting the dangers roaming cats face and the benefits of containment.
The University of Newcastle Students' Association has relocated to a central campus location in the Shortland Building, offering enhanced facilities and improved accessibility for students.
Geelong's youngest learners have successfully navigated their inaugural week of school in 2026, showcasing resilience and excitement as they adapt to new routines and friendships.
The former TAFE site in Townsville is set for redevelopment into 150 homes, sparking a political clash over housing and education priorities in the region.
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