ACT School Closures: Asbestos Crisis Day 3
Asbestos-contaminated sand forces ACT school closures for a third day. 25 schools fully closed, 16 partially. Get the full list of impacted schools and updates.
Category : Schools
ACT Schools Reopen After Asbestos Sand Scare
Canberra parents check which schools are open Tuesday after asbestos found in decorative sand. Full list of closures and partial openings revealed.
Magic Sand Chaos: Canberra Schools Closed Over Asbestos
Canberra parents face school closures as asbestos concerns spread through magic sand products. ACT government response leaves families scrambling for last-minute arrangements.
Student Social Media Use Jumps 200% Since Pandemic
Alarming University of South Australia research reveals daily social media use among students surged from 26% to 85% post-pandemic, creating a 'perfect storm' of addiction.
Asbestos in children's coloured sand forces closures
Multiple ACT schools and a Brisbane school close after asbestos is found in children's coloured sand. Health experts explain the low but present risks and provide safe disposal guidelines.
Newcastle's sporting facilities embarrassingly behind rivals
Hunter residents demand answers as Newcastle's indoor sports facilities fall behind Wagga, Wollongong, and Canberra. Local athletes travel for quality venues while our region is overlooked.
ACT School Closures Over Asbestos Scare
ACT government defends sudden public school closures amid asbestos concerns in children's sand. Parents scramble as testing continues. Will schools reopen Monday?
HSC Students Don't Slack Off With Early Entry
New research from the University of Newcastle reveals early university offers reduce student stress without diminishing HSC effort. Discover how this safety net supports wellbeing.
Missing teen in Toronto: Police search for Phoebe Munoz
Phoebe Munoz, 13, reported missing after last seen leaving Toronto school on November 12. NSW Police seek public assistance in ongoing search.
WA school bars 'Free Palestine' yearbook quote
Harrisdale Senior High School blocked a student's 'Free Palestine' yearbook quote, citing potential offence. The Education Department intervened, leading to a compromise.
School reunion love blooms after 40 years apart
A Wollongong West Public School reunion brought Helen and Kevin together decades after childhood. Now married 20 years, they returned for the school's centenary celebrations.
$21M WA School Trial to Boost Student Attendance
A $21 million trial will bring health and community services into four WA schools, aiming to improve student attendance and wellbeing. Educators welcome the initiative.
Cairns College Joins RSL Remembrance Day Art Project
St Andrews Catholic College students create powerful artworks for RSL Queensland's Remembrance Day initiative, honouring veterans through creative expression. Discover how youth engage with military history.
Build-A-Bear brings joy to sick kids in Perth
Build-A-Bear and the Starlight Foundation create happy memories for children facing medical challenges at Perth Children's Hospital through special teddy bear workshops.
Parents 'Unaware' of Children's Modified E-Bikes: Police
Newcastle police urge parents to check children's e-bikes for illegal modifications after Operation Shore Safe initiates 386 legal processes. Ensure your child's safety on our roads.
Campbell High 1975 reunion marks 50 years in Canberra
Campbell High School's class of 1975 gathers for a historic 50-year reunion in Canberra, recalling the dramatic day they witnessed the Whitlam dismissal after final exams.
Deadly park brawl near Lismore leaves one dead, one critical
A violent altercation at a Northern Rivers park has turned deadly, with emergency services discovering two men with critical injuries in a suspected brawl that has shocked the local community.
Hunter Students Prepare for NSW Spelling Bee 2024
Young spellers across the Hunter region are sharpening their dictionaries as the popular NSW Premier's Spelling Bee prepares to launch its 2024 competition season.
Geelong man convicted after dramatic police chase
Joel Stoop's attempt to flee from officers and discard illicit substances has resulted in multiple convictions. Discover the full story behind the dramatic arrest.
Discover Diocese Schools: Open Days This March
Discover the diverse learning opportunities and supportive environments available across Diocese schools during their upcoming open events this March.
Warner's Bay locals furious over footbridge demolition plans
Newcastle residents are outraged after discovering council plans to remove the popular Feighan Oval footbridge, a community landmark used by families and sports enthusiasts for decades.
WA Students Reassured After ATAR Language Exam Printing Errors
Western Australian education authorities move swiftly to reassure students affected by critical printing errors in ATAR language exams, ensuring no student will be disadvantaged.
Sydney Home Shot Up in Terrifying Overnight Attack
A Sydney family has been left terrified after their Greenacre home was sprayed with bullets overnight. Police are hunting for multiple suspects in what appears to be a targeted shooting.
Wallaroo Principal Stood Down Amid Investigation
A Yorke Peninsula school principal has been stood down pending investigation into serious allegations, leaving parents and staff seeking answers.
Third arrest in Hamilton e-bike armed robbery case
Newcastle police make third arrest in Beaumont Street e-bike robbery investigation. Latest developments in the armed theft case that shocked Hamilton residents.
Lyneham High's crumbling gym sparks community outrage
Lyneham High School community rallies for essential gymnasium upgrades as aging facilities fail to meet basic safety and educational standards, putting student wellbeing at risk.
Australian Schools Ban Roblox, Approve Reddit
Australian schools are implementing sweeping social media bans, with Reddit getting the green light while Roblox faces exclusion in new national safety guidelines.
Youth Justice Crisis: Failing WA's Vulnerable Children
Sophie Stewart's powerful opinion piece calls for urgent intervention to prevent at-risk Western Australian children from entering the justice system, highlighting systemic failures and the need for early support.
New $25M Aboriginal School Opens After South Road Works
A state-of-the-art $25 million Aboriginal school has opened in Adelaide's northwest, replacing the former site demolished for the South Road upgrade, marking a new era for Indigenous education.
Melbourne's Youth Gang Crisis: 610 Members Driving Crime Surge
Exclusive: Victoria's police chief discloses alarming data showing 610 youth gang members are driving Melbourne's crime wave, with new strategies to tackle the escalating crisis.
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