Archived News for Education Sector Professionals
The Tasmanian Government has announced the role and function of Tasmania’s public vocational education and training (VET) providers will be reviewed.
State Minister for Education and Skills, Nick McKim, said it was crucial that future VET reform would ensure that Tasmania would achieve the best results as part of the national VET reform agenda.
“The focus will be on providing opportunities for all Tasmanians to access the education and skills training that will make a difference to their lives,” Mr McKim said.
Government releases Base Funding Review
The Federal Government has released the final report of the Base Funding Review, offering a series of recommendations for public investment in higher education and other key proposals to ensure the sector remains internationally competitive.
Government outlines $377 million for universities
The Federal Government has announced $377 million in funding for the country’s higher education sector, with regional universities to receive $268 million of the funding.
Indigenous education panel announced
The Federal Government has announced the membership of a panel tasked with reducing the education gap between indigenous and non-indigenous Australians.
Margaret Sheil appointed as University of Melbourne Provost
Professor Margaret Sheil, the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Research Council, will be the next Provost of the University of Melbourne.
Applications open for NBN education program
The Federal Government has called for proposals for the NBN-Enabled Education and Skills Services program, with organisations encouraged to develop ideas or trial projects that can be delivered across the Australian education sector.
Legislation seeks to replace WACOT
The Western Australian Government has introduced legislation before State Parliament which, if passed, will replace the current teacher registration body known as WACOT with a new Teacher Registration Board.
Government outlines reward payments
The Federal Government has announced the staged implementation of a reward system scheme linked to first National Professional Standards for Teachers.
Victoria announces education reform
The Victorian Government has announced its planned education reform agenda after State Education Minister Martin Dixon delivered a lecture at the University of Melbourne, entitled Victoria as a Learning Community.
Chair announced for Victorian Institute of Teaching
The Victorian Government has appointed Don Paproth as the new chair of the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
ABS releases education figures
Around three million Australians aged 15-64 (20%) were enrolled in a course of study in 2011, according to a report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Funding determined by social inclusion
The Federal Government has announced it will target its Reward Funding for universities on lifting participation of Australians from low socio-economic backgrounds and other groups considered underrepresented, saving $240.8 million over four years, Minister for Tertiary Education, Senator Chris Evans said.
Government restarts Band 2 contributions
The Federal Government has announced it will reinstate Band 2 contributions for university students who enroll in mathematics, statistics and science courses from January, 2013, providing an estimated budget savings of $403.6 million over three years.
Victoria University targets improved research status
Victoria University has released its new Strategic Plan, setting itself the goal of becoming one of the top 20 universities in Australia for research, with an emphasis on applied and translational research.
NSW publishes apprenticeship completion report
The New South Wales Government has published it’s a report into the expections, attitudes and abilities of apprentices and their employers.
First Victorian maths and science specialists selected
The Victorian Government has announced the first 100 maths and science specialists to work in Victoria’s government primary schools. The specialists will be tasked with improving the standard of maths and science education in state schools throughout the state.
Macquarie University adopts new postgraduate degree structure
Macquarie University has announced it will adopt a new postgraduate degree structure from 2013, making it the first Australian university to fully align with European, North Americans and Asian qualifications. The decision follows a vote by the Academic Senate in favour of a new research training Masters degree consistent with the ‘Bologna model’.
Federal Government passes education support bill
The Federal Government has passed the Higher Educational Support Amendment Bill (No. 2) through parliament.
Queensland plans education trust fund
The Queensland Government is planning to implement nest egg legislation that will see Queensland children born after July 1, 2012 earn a trust fund valued between $7800 and $9500 by the time they turn 18.
New Vice-Chancellor and President for USQ
Professor Jan Thomas has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of South Queensland.
Government opens NBN education plan
The Federal Government has announced its $27.2 million National Broadband Network (NBN) Enabled Education and Skills Services Program, to support the development of online and interactive education and training projects.