Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - August, 2024
The bizarre life in the deepest seas has sparked a corporate patent frenzy.
Local science direction detailed
The Albanese Government has unveiled its new National Science Statement.
Shorten keen for NDIS change
NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has expressed optimism that the Senate will pass a bill designed to reform ...
Pay rise linked to price cap
The Federal Government has placed conditions on a 15 per cent pay rise for early childhood educators.
Plastic link probed
Researchers at the Florey Institute have discovered a potential link between prenatal exposure to the chemical BPA and autism in boys.
Police to review kids' treatment
Queensland Police says it will review the treatment of children in watch houses.
Screen time types studied
A new analysis shows some screen time can be beneficial for a child’s psychological development.
Social media issues submitted
Academics have highlighted some key issues ahead of the Federal Government's inquiry into social media impacts in Australia.
Terror threat detailed
Australia's national terrorism threat level has been elevated to “probable” due to an alarming rise in violent extremism ...
Content review coming
The NSW Government has announced a parliamentary inquiry to investigate the impacts of pornography on young people.
Defence funnel funded
The federal government says new funding will open defence industry pathways for school students in SA and WA.
Disability pledge deemed weak
The Albanese Government has unveiled its initial response to the Disability Royal Commission ...
MRFF prevention lacking
A new study shows that while prevention is better than cure, it is also less well funded.