Primary school knife incident worries Canberra parents
Parents at Neville Bonner Primary School express anxiety after student brings knife to school. Learn about the incident response and ongoing safety concerns.
Category : School Safety
Boy stabbed at Brentwood Park Primary School
An 11-year-old boy was stabbed at Brentwood Park Primary School in Berwick, prompting a brief lockdown. Police are investigating the incident. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
Man charged over alleged school camp sexual assault
An 18-year-old camp instructor has been denied bail after being charged with 13 counts of sexually touching children. The alleged incidents occurred at a school camp in October.
Toy gun triggers Sydney school lockdowns
A major police operation and school lockdowns across Sydney's north-west were triggered by a man carrying a toy gun. Discover how the incident unfolded and the community reaction.
School crossing guard safety complaints surge in Geelong
Geelong's school crossing supervisors filed 62 safety complaints in just 4 months, raising urgent concerns about student and worker protection. Read the investigation findings.
277 School Lockdowns in Victoria Revealed
FOI documents expose 277 school lockdowns across Victoria in one year, including violent threats. Discover the shocking data and what's being done to improve school safety.
277 Victorian School Lockdowns in Single Year
Shocking FOI data reveals Victorian schools endured 277 lockdowns last year, with violent threats forcing students into terrifying security protocols. Read the full investigation.
277 School Lockdowns in Victoria: FOI Data Exposed
Disturbing FOI documents reveal 277 school lockdowns occurred across Victoria in a single year, with violent threats forcing students into emergency protocols. Read the full investigation.
Sydney Schools Lockdown Over Toy Gun Scare
Multiple schools in Sydney's northwest entered lockdown after a person was seen with firearms. Police later confirmed the items were toys. Stay informed with the latest.
WorkSafe Investigates Byford School Needle Incident
WorkSafe launches investigation into Byford John Calvin School after used needle discovery sparks health concerns. School implements safety measures.
NSW Premier orders Blakehurst High health audit
NSW Premier Chris Minns has ordered a full health audit of Blakehurst High School after teachers revealed a potential cancer cluster. Read the latest developments.
Cairns School Lockdown After Armed Person Spotted
Multiple Cairns schools enact lockdowns after reports of armed person near grounds. Police operation secures area. Read latest safety updates.
Perth School Needle Scare: Minister Seeks Answers
WA Health Minister Meredith Hammat demands details after a botched blood sugar test at Byford John Calvin School saw students pricked with a single needle. Parents urged to get children tested.
Byford School Blood Testing Puts Students at Risk
Students at Byford John Calvin School exposed to blood-borne diseases due to improper blood sugar testing procedures. Health Department investigating serious breaches.
ACT Schools Asbestos Shutdown: Timeline of Events
A detailed timeline of the ACT schools asbestos shutdown. Discover how the crisis unfolded, which schools are affected, and the ongoing testing and removal efforts.
ACT School Closures Over Asbestos Sand Cause Chaos
Mass ACT school closures over asbestos-tainted sand create parent chaos. Why did Canberra act alone when other states kept schools open? Full analysis inside.
Historical Abuse Probe at Aitkenvale School
Queensland Police seek information about alleged historical abuse at Aitkenvale State School. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward.
69 ACT schools close due to Kmart asbestos scare
More than 65 ACT public schools forced to close after new asbestos discovery in Kmart sand products. Education officials scramble to conduct safety inspections.
Kalgoorlie School Suspends Six Students Daily
Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School faces crisis with six suspensions daily in 2024. Community demands action on student behaviour and safety concerns.
Asbestos in Sand Forces Adelaide School Closures
Multiple Adelaide schools closed after asbestos found in sand. Health authorities investigating potential exposure. Parents urged to monitor children for symptoms.
Asbestos in Coloured Sand Closes Schools
Nationwide alert as asbestos-contaminated coloured sand sparks school and childcare closures. Learn which products are affected and the safety steps to take.
WA Schools Remove Coloured Sand Over Asbestos Fears
Multiple WA public schools halt use of coloured sand products after asbestos contamination discovery. Health alert issued as investigation continues.
Asbestos scare closes Canberra public schools
Multiple Canberra public schools closed Friday due to asbestos contamination in decorative sand. WorkSafe ACT advises testing and remediation. Get the full list of affected schools.
Parent knocked out in Sydney school brawl
A 53-year-old parent was knocked unconscious after allegedly assaulting a student during a violent altercation at a Raby high school. Police are investigating the incident.
School Lockdown After Armed Robbery Attempt in Melbourne
A Hampton East special needs school was sent into lockdown after a terrifying armed robbery attempt with a knife occurred outside its grounds. Police are investigating the incident which happened on Tuesday afternoon.
St Stephen's School Social Media Ban Guidance
St Stephen's School outlines how Australia's social media ban will affect students. Learn about the new restrictions and school guidelines for digital safety.
School crossing guards threatened with machete in Geelong
Geelong school crossing supervisors face dangerous threats including machete-wielding drivers. Authorities demand increased protection for these essential workers.
FNQ Child Safety Inquiry Moves to Brisbane
Queensland's child protection system faces scrutiny as Far North Queensland officials travel to Brisbane for urgent hearings on regional safety failures.
5-year-old girl killed in scooter tragedy outside Sydney school
A tight-knit Western Sydney community is reeling after a five-year-old girl lost her life in a devastating scooter accident just outside Rouse Hill Public School, leaving family, friends and emergency responders heartbroken.
Police target school zone speeders on Scarborough Beach Road
WA Police launch major speeding blitz targeting reckless drivers in Scarborough school zones. Multiple motorists caught flouting 40km/h limits during peak drop-off times.
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