Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - March, 2022
New process for NDIS contracts
The Federal Government has launched a new tendering process for NDIS community partners.
Climate care boldly dodged
The Federal Government has successfully avoided taking responsibility for protecting young people from climate change.
Experts slam hateful 'therapy'
Research shows ‘gay conversion’ practices can cause significant harms.
Access aided by broad approach
New research supports a universal approach to accessible facilities, course delivery, and disability awareness at universities.
High-tech eyes on ISS
Australian researchers have received neuromorphic data from space after installing bio-inspired cameras on the International Space Station (ISS).
New call to kill veto
Researchers have again called for an end to politicians’ veto power over research grants.
Schools failing poor students
Research shows schools can break the cycle of poverty and disadvantage, but many do not.
Concussion linked to ongoing issues
Kids who get a concussion may be more likely to develop mental health issues.
COVID brain impacts assessed
Scientists have identified changes to the human brain following SARS-CoV-2 infection, including in areas associated with smell and memory.
Experts call to free Folbigg
It has been a year since scientists called for the pardoning of a person they consider to have been wrongly found guilty of murder.
Free childcare costed
A proposed federal policy seeks to make child care an essential public service that is free and accessible for all families.
Assault reports rise at ANU
Reports of sexual assault or harassment at the Australian National University (ANU) have increased by almost 50 per cent in a year.
Foster kids miss checks
A study in Victoria shows kids living in out of home care are missing out on important health services.
NSW teacher exodus detailed
New data suggests over 10,000 NSW teachers left the profession last year.
Stolen money opened
Aboriginal Victorians from the Stolen Generations can soon apply for $100,000 in reparations.
Research calls for more support
Research shows better social supports are needed to lift up to 1 million Australians out of severe poverty.
Unis call to scrap veto
Universities Australia wants the federal education minister to be stripped of the power to veto research grants.