Education, Teaching and Training News
Australia’s R&D system is getting a long-overdue check-up.
NSW foster changes coming
The NSW Government has announced sweeping reforms to its $2 billion foster care system following a major review.
Racism framework released
The Race Discrimination Commissioner has unveiled a 10-year plan to end racism across the nation.
Redress report shows flaws
A report on Australia’s National Redress Scheme has highlighted critical failures and inadequacies.
Screen time details studied
New research from Curtin University challenges views on screen time for child development.
Eco model tools expand
A web-based platform is transforming how researchers and policymakers tackle biodiversity and climate challenges.
Social media tests begin
Australia is set to become the first country to ban children under 16 from accessing social media.
Digital ID plans advance
The Digital ID Act 2024 will come into effect on December 1, as Australia pushes to modernise its digital identity framework.
Youth detention payout determined
A $75 million settlement has been approved by the Tasmanian Supreme Court to compensate 129 men who suffered abuse at the Ashley Youth Detention Centre (AYDC).
Experts call for climate hub
Australian scientists are calling for a dedicated national agency to guide the country’s response to climate change.
Truth-telling to continue
Queensland’s Indigenous treaty body is defying the government’s plan to shut it down.
Social media ban pushed
Australia has sparked intense debate with its plan to ban children under 16 from social media.
WA startup boost sought
Economists say Western Australia’s startup sector risks falling behind without targeted investment and reforms.
ACCC aims at NDIS ads
The ACCC is cracking down on dodgy ads targeting vulnerable NDIS participants.
Exam leader leaves
The Victorian Government says it is addressing significant errors in the 2024 VCE exams.
Schools slam "chaotic" cap plan
Australia’s universities are in limbo, caught between policy confusion and political grandstanding.
MDBA praises local links
The MDBA says its First Nations partnerships are improving environmental outcomes.