Education Data Hack Exposes 1700 Victorian Schools
A major cyber attack on Victorian government schools has exposed student data, raising serious safety concerns, particularly for victims of domestic violence. Experts warn it's a child safety issue.
Category : School Safety
Victorian Schools Targeted in Major Cyber Attack
A significant cyber attack has breached Victorian government schools, exposing personal details of thousands of students. Authorities are investigating and implementing safeguards.
Third Illawarra school in child abuse probe, witnesses sought
Lawyers seek students and staff from Barrack Heights Public School (1998-2005) as a third Illawarra institution faces a historical child abuse investigation. Witnesses urged to come forward.
MLC Swim Coach Faces Child Sex Abuse Charges
A head swim coach at Melbourne's Methodist Ladies' College has been charged with sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl he met on social media. Read the shocking court details.
Geelong Swim Coach Charged with Child Sex Abuse
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.
Brisbane Swim Coach Charged with Child Sex Abuse
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.
Townsville swim coach charged with child sex abuse
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.
MLC Swim Coach Charged with Child Sex Abuse
A head swim coach at Melbourne's Methodist Ladies' College faces nine charges, including grooming and possessing child abuse material, after a police investigation. Read the latest court details.
ACT teachers report daily violence in high school classrooms
Canberra teachers speak out on daily physical assaults and disruptive behaviour in ACT public high schools, as reported incidents surge. Education Minister acknowledges more must be done.
WA teacher charged with sexual abuse of student
A Frederick Irwin Anglican School teacher faces charges of sexual penetration and possessing child exploitation material. The alleged abuse occurred between 2024 and 2025.
School principal sentenced for indecent assault of girl
Geoffrey Noel MacNicol, a former primary school principal, received a suspended sentence for the indecent assault of a 12-year-old. The magistrate described the act as 'predatory and exploitative'. Read the full court details.
Snakes in Canberra Schools: Safety Advice for Educators
Warmer weather brings snakes onto Canberra school grounds. Learn the official safety protocols, deterrent strategies, and what to do if you spot one.
Teen accused in Ellenbrook school stabbing allowed Bali trip
A Perth teenager charged over an alleged stabbing that locked down Ellenbrook Secondary College has been granted permission to travel to Bali. The court decision has sparked debate over bail conditions.
Third boy bailed over Ellenbrook school stabbing incident
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.
Geelong school faces alleged 'sextortion' scandal
A Geelong private school is at the centre of a police investigation after allegations of 'sextortion' involving students. Authorities urge victims to come forward.
Ex-school staffer charged with child sex crimes in Tasmania
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.
Townsville school slashes bullying with country program
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.
Phone fire prompts ACT school bus evacuation
High school students were safely evacuated from a bus in Canberra's north after a mobile phone began smoking. No serious injuries reported. Full details on the incident.
Parent slams Geelong College over knife chase
A Geelong College parent demands accountability after a student was chased with a knife on campus. Read the full story and the school's response.
Schoolgirl grabbed by stranger on Gold Coast
A 12-year-old girl was grabbed by a man on her way to school in Coolangatta. Police have located a 21-year-old man assisting with enquiries. The school community is on alert.
Asbestos confirmed in ACT coloured sand, schools affected
Detailed testing has confirmed asbestos contamination in five colours of Kadink decorative sand, prompting school closures and a new ministerial declaration for safe removal. Learn the latest.
WA Bans E-Scooters for Under-16s in Public Schools
WA's Education Department has banned students under 16 from using e-scooters and e-bikes on all public school grounds. The move follows safety concerns and a major incident in Perth. Read the full details.
Adelaide teacher charged with child sex offences
A 51-year-old relief teacher in Adelaide has been charged with child sexual offences, prompting letters to parents from multiple schools. The man is on bail and due in court next year.
Principal stabbed at Keysborough Secondary College
A Melbourne school principal is recovering after an alleged stabbing by a colleague. The Acacia campus was locked down. Police have arrested a man.
Stabbing at Melbourne Secondary School, Man Hospitalised
A man has been stabbed at Keysborough Secondary College in Melbourne's southeast. The victim was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Read the latest details.
Why background checks fail to stop predators in sport
Child safety experts expose critical flaws in sporting background checks, revealing how predators slip through the system. Learn what must change to protect young athletes.
Evidence questions 'upstander' bullying strategy in schools
Recent high-quality studies suggest encouraging students to confront bullies may be counterproductive. Experts urge schools to focus on evidence-based whole-school approaches instead.
Adelaide School Threat Emails Persist, Police Seek Public Help
Police reveal threatening emails are still targeting an Adelaide school more than a year after the first report. Deputy Commissioner urges anyone with information to come forward.
Man charged over arrows fired at special needs school
A Glenroy man faces multiple charges after allegedly firing arrows into a Melbourne special needs school for months. Police found a cache of weapons during a raid.
Student injured by guillotine in school workshop
A 15-year-old Beechworth Secondary College student suffered crushed hand and severed fingertips in workshop accident. WorkSafe charges Education Department with safety breaches.
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