Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - April, 2015
West Australia’s Aboriginal heritage laws are under fire after one of the world’s oldest and largest collections of rock art was deregistered as a ‘sacred site’.
Reading/writing struggles separated
Research shows there are physical differences in the brain between people with reading and writing disabilities.
Uni agents under fire
The Productivity Commission says the practice of universities using international agents to draw in foreign students is a threat to the Australian system.
Councils call to end traumatic detention
Many Australian local government areas are calling out to be allowed to re-house refugees and asylum seekers in their towns.
CSIRO strike starts as pay talks stagnate
Scientists and other staff at the CSIRO are launching industrial action today over management's refusal to budge from the federal government's “hostile” bargaining policy.
Federal funding for key Indigenous efforts
The Federal Government has unveiled more than $10 million worth of new funding to help preserve Indigenous culture and keep Indigenous kids in school.
Lagging staff sought in Adelaide sweep
The University of Adelaide has issued a warning to underperformers as it embarks on efforts to boost its reputations.
Graphene holograms for future screens
Australian engineers have created a full-colour 3D display, which appears to pop off the screen – basically, a hologram.
Assistants slashed over original figures
The WA Education Minister Peter Collier says the state has 465 education assistants that are surplus to requirements.
Captain's call behind faux-science post
The University of Western Australia’s latest posting has caused some serious stirrings.
Landmark indigenous deal brings action to ACT
The ACT Government has signed an agreement to boost health and education services for Indigenous Australians.
Nit-picking sees kids sub off sport
A new study says nit-picking parents could be driving their kids away from sport.
Students raise fees for wellness
University students have voted to increase their own fees in order to boost mental health and wellness services.
Abuse claim clouds Dutton's offer
Immigration Minister Peter Dutton appears in a new video spruiking the Cambodian solution to asylum seekers, while one of his most vocal opponents accuses him of torture.
Earth Day dawns with new renewable push
April 22nd is Earth Day, a day when groups around the world mark the achievements and trials ahead in the quest to protect our environment.
Gallipoli effects from the other side
Australian researchers have exposed the cost the battle of Gallipoli on the Turkish side, long after the dead were cleared from the historic beach.
VET change brings business closer
The Federal Government has announced a new model for Training Product Development as part of ongoing VET reforms.
$4 million for anti-renewable posting
The Abbott government has given $4 million to the University of Western Australia so that renewable energy investment sceptic Bjørn Lomborg can spread his message.
ATO gets hip on young cats
The Australian Tax Office is using animated GIFs to sell the message of superannuation consolidation to trendy youngsters.
Ice climbs corporate ladder
Australian businesses leaders have warned that ice addiction is growing among young professionals.
Pearson pushes for stand-alone recognition
Indigenous leader Noel Pearson wants a separate declaration of Aboriginal recognition as well as any changes to the Australian constitution.