Universities call for fairer, better-funded system
Peak bodies representing the Australian tertiary education sector are calling for a financial boost to make the nation's institutions more competitive.
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Calls for Australian unis to be more competitive
In its submission to a sector-wide review, Universities Australia has called for more government research funding to make the institutions more competitive.
Barriers for swim safety lessons in remote Qld schools
Close to 99 per cent of Queensland state schools offer a swim safety program, but those who don't face "ongoing and persistent barriers", a new report says.
Study subsidy for nurses, rural doctors to stay in NSW
Nurses, paramedics and allied health staff will be among 2000 people eligible each year for a study subsidies aimed at keeping health workers in NSW.
Stanthorpe’s Granite Belt Wines at the Heart of New Wine Scholarship Partnership
Just 20 minutes from the heart of Stanthorpe, Queensland, The Star Entertainment Group and the Queensland Wine Industry Association have come together to launch a new wine scholarship program. This inaugural initiative shines a spotlight on the region's renowned Granite Belt wines and seeks to nurture a new generation of wine enthusiasts and professionals.
Read all about it: NSW preschoolers are falling behind
A report has shown a big decline in the literacy rates of children under the age of five in NSW, with one in five being ranked developmentally vulnerable.
Strong culture and strong youth will help Close the Gap
The latest Close the Gap campaign shines a light on Indigenous youth who have dedicated their time and energy to creating a better world
Qld educator to review non-state school accreditation
An educator has been appointed to review Queensland school accreditation rules after controversy over a Christian college's gender and sexuality contracts.
More than one million students start NAPLAN testing
More than one million students have begun NAPLAN testing but education experts are critical of the assessment's earlier than usual term one schedule.
Lolly probe ends, no evidence kids ate toxic substance
There is no evidence 15 schoolchildren who were hospitalised in Townsville were exposed to a toxic substance, Queensland Police say.
Popularity pitch by Albanese, Modi at India Test
Anthony Albanese and Indian counterpart Narendra Modi have been showered with admiration by a mammoth crowd before the fourth Test between the two countries.
Call to support female engineers to avoid mass shortage
Australia could face a shortage of 200,000 engineers by 2040, according to a new report that found women represent just two in 10 engineering students.
Lack of regional child care a barrier for workers: BHP
Families can wait up to two years for a child-care place in regional areas, making it harder to attract workers, BHP warns in its federal budget submission.
Two charges dropped against ultra-Orthodox principal
A former Melbourne ultra-Orthodox Jewish school principal on trial for alleged sexual abuse has had two of the 29 charges against her struck out.
Ultra-Orthodox teacher Leifer ‘teary’ after stood down
Former ultra-Orthodox Jewish teacher Malka Leifer was teary and claimed she'd done nothing wrong when stood down over sex abuse allegations, a court has heard.
Disadvantaged students ‘set up to fail’ without support
Liberal senator Sarah Henderson warns university students from disadvantaged backgrounds will be doomed to fail without more targeted support.
More than $83 million owed to higher education workers
Wage theft is "baked into universities' business models" according to one union, with higher education workers owed more than $83 million over three years.
Ex-Orthodox principal Leifer denies raping sisters
A trial has begun for former ultra-Orthodox Jewish school principal Malka Leifer who is accused of raping three Melbourne sisters at the Adass Israel School.
Post-pandemic bounce temporary as rate rises threaten
Generous incentives have supported business investment in recent years but further interest rate rises could "unnecessarily" tip Australia into recession.
Most expensive city for education revealed
Melbourne has proven to be Australia's most expensive city for a government education, while Canberra is the most affordable amid the cost of living crisis.
More cash but schools don’t make the grade
Governments should commit to targets to improve student literacy and numeracy standards in Australia's schools, the Productivity Commission says.
Student debt cut for teachers who go rural
Student debts will be wiped for teachers who spend four years in "very remote communities" in a bid to help address crippling shortages across the country.
Poor student outcomes despite more funding
The Productivity Commission says Australian governments should commit to targets in order to improve student literacy and numeracy standards in schools.
‘Win-win’ chance for China trade sanctions
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese won't rule out dropping action over China's $20 billion trade sanctions if a deal between the two countries can be reached.
Global hunt for violinist to play with Ray
Violin virtuoso Ray Chen hopes to inspire musicians by offering three amateur players the chance to perform onstage with him at the Sydney Opera House.
Queensland offers thousands of free TAFE courses
Thousands of Queenslanders will soon be able to complete aged care, health, hospitality, construction, farming and manufacturing courses for free.
Stealthing to be treated as rape in Queensland
Queensland's sexual violence laws will be overhauled to protect victims after a landmark review called for sweeping change.
Qld Schoolies given A-plus for behaviour
Queensland schoolies have been given an A-plus on the first night, with this year's graduates drinking less and behaving better.
NSW teachers enraged by pay decision
NSW teachers say a pay decision handed down by the industrial umpire has delivered an insulting pay cut to the state's teachers.
Tough years for teachers, high safety risk
Teaching workforce shortages will take years to fix, while new research shows educators face a far higher risk of assault than other professions
Qld reviews non-state school accreditation
The Queensland government has launched a review of the accreditation rules for non-state schools to ensure they maintain public confidence in the sector.