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A small group of Melbourne doctors have been accused of helping families dodge ‘No Jab, No Play’ laws.
Boys display high rate of misbehaviour
A new study says one in five primary school boys exhibit emotional and behavioural problems.
Experts review what Exxon knew
Harvard University researchers say Exxon Mobil has intentionally misrepresented climate science.
Ministers trade child care blame
The federal education minister has accused the SA Government of exposing children to “dodgy” childcare operators.
Uni sector growing through struggle
UNSW’s deputy vice-chancellor has reflected on the growing pains of Australian universities.
School slammed for maths mistake
Somehow, a NSW high school has taught senior students the wrong maths course.
Antarctic lake reveals new method for DNA
Australian researchers have discovered an entirely new way of sharing DNA, in a study of Antarctic microbes.
Vaccine messaging assessed
New research suggests it is hard to promote the success of vaccination, but easy to scare mothers with the risks.
Council creating paths to employment
A Victorian council has launched an innovative new program to teach vulnerable young people how to secure a job.
HSC re-sit required
Students at a Sydney high school will have to re-sit HSC trial exams after the test papers appeared ahead of time.
Outback rocks shed light on ancient life
ANU scientists are solving the mysteries of how life as we know it first emerged.
Young minds miss money matters
The leader of a finance education group has reflected on the effect of modern payment systems on kids’ financial literacy.
Ceremony scrapped in date fight
Feathers have been firmly rustled by a decision not to refer to January 26 as Australia Day.
Vaccination campaign coming
Australia's chief medical officer has launched a new campaign to combat anti-vaccination myths.
ACCC has issues with after-school merge
The ACCC has some concerns about a proposed merger between ...
Cannibalistic cuts studied
Engraved human bones unearthed in the UK may have been engraved as part of a cannibalistic ritual during the Palaeolithic period, research shows.
Concern over kids' sexual behaviour
A new study says teachers are struggling to deal with primary schoolers who exhibit inappropriate sexual behaviour.
Hobart hospital loses psych training
The Royal Hobart Hospital has Tasmania's largest public hospital has been stripped of its accreditation for psychiatry care training.