Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - April, 2024
A new study has unveiled insights into the migration patterns of the first humans to the landmass that became Australia.
Australia makes quantum play
The Australian government has invested $1 billion in the US-based quantum computer startup, PsiQuantum.
Committee seeks welfare decency
A government committee has called for a $17 per day increase in JobSeeker payments.
Online power boost outlined
The Government wants public input on a plan to expand the eSafety Commissioner’s powers.
HECS rise prompts response
A spike in tertiary education loan costs has prompted more calls for reform.
Mental health leader resigns
The chair of Mental Health Australia has resigned citing profound disappointment with the Albanese government's ...
Senate seeks COVID probe
Political will could see Australia avoid learning lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Detention report calls for change
The AHRC has called for an overhaul of Australia’s immigration detention system.
Musk attacks safety efforts
One of the world’s richest people is set to test Australia's online safety laws.
Space patch re-links probe
A technological breakthrough has allowed NASA to regain communication with a distant spacecraft.
Teachers strike in WA
Thousands of WA public school teachers took to the streets this week, marking their first walkout in over a decade.
Uni returns ancient spears
A set of stolen Indigenous artefacts have been returned to their community.
Crash data shows city links
A new study has uncovered insights from 15 years of crashes on Melbourne roads.
First Nations centre backed
The Federal Government is supporting a “world first” gender justice institute for First Nations women.
Lockdown effect seen in social work
New research looks at the stress, demand and pressure for social workers in Melbourne’s COVID-19 lockdown.
Deep space in new detail
An international research team has recently introduced the most extensive and intricate 3D map of the universe ever produced.