Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - January, 2024
A class action has been launched against child protection departments in various Australian states, citing allegations of racial discrimination and systemic misconduct.
WA to see full school funds
The federal and WA governments have struck a deal to fully fund public schools in Western Australia by 2026.
Doomsday Clock maintains risk
In a reminder of global perils, the Doomsday Clock remains at 90 seconds to midnight.
Melanoma leaders honoured
Professor Georgina Long and Professor Richard Scolyer have been jointly named the 2024 Australians of the Year.
Report finds deep issues in state care
A Tasmanian inquiry has exposed a harrowing pattern of abuse and systematic failures within the state's care institutions.
Wealth gap widens
Oxfam has revealed alarming statistics on the burgeoning fortunes of the world's richest ...
Achievement falls in funding gap
Public school financial shortfalls could be widening the achievement gap, new figures show.
ALRC outlines justice probe
The Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) will conduct an inquiry into the justice system's approach to sexual violence.
Population passes 27 million
Australia's population has hit the 27 million mark nearly two decades earlier than many anticipated.
Camera tuned to animal eyes
A new camera system allows humans to see the world through an animal's eyes.
Flies show rejection aggression
Being rejected by a potential mate is stressful for male fruit flies, research suggests.
BoM slammed amid uncertainty
With wild weather across the country, armchair experts are attacking the Bureau of Meteorology with renewed fervour.
Love studied for brain effect
Researchers have undertaken a detailed study of love’s effect on the brain.
Experts back AI plan
The Australian Academy of Science has endorsed the Federal Government's draft AI regulations.
Rich sign tax letter
Over 250 millionaires and billionaires have united in a call for higher taxation on the super-rich.
Uni dropouts rise
Australia's university dropout rates have reportedly soared to their highest since 2005.
Grim heights reached in 2023
Studies show 2023 was a year of record heat and devastating climate impacts.