Archived News for Education Sector Professionals
The Victorian government is scrapping tuition fees for secondary school teaching programs starting in 2024.
Heat record set to fall
The year 2023 is poised to claim the dubious honour of being the hottest in recorded history.
Life-saving access studied
New research shows immediate access to hormone therapy can save trans lives.
AAD issues aired
The Australian Antarctic Division has been accused of impeding a Senate inquiry into climate research cuts.
Head knock report released
The Senate has issued a report from its inquiry into concussions and repeated head trauma in sports.
NAPLAN stats show split effect
A recent analysis of NAPLAN results says boys and girls tend to perform slightly better academically in segregated environments.
'No' votes to be probed
Labor is calling for an investigation into the Liberal Party’s postal vote strategy for the First Nations Voice referendum.
Unis seek funding change
Universities Australia is calling on the Albanese Government to establish more flexible funding arrangements.
AI tops drone race
An AI pilot called Swift has triumphed over professional human drone pilots in a head-to-head championship.
Councils need green staff
Climate change is raising demand for council environmental health officers (EHOs).
Sub students funded
The government is funding courses for people to work on its nuclear submarine program.
Brain links boosted
Researchers have shattered records for the speed of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs).
Voice date set
Australians will decide on an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament on October 14.
Time slowed billion-fold
Australian scientists have used a quantum computer to slow down a chemical reaction by a factor of 100 billion times.
Indonesia FTA boosted
Australia and Indonesia have inked an enhanced Free Trade Agreement (FTA), opening new doors for businesses.
New arts body opened
The federal government has launched Creative Australia, marking a shift in the country's approach to the arts.
Tech training considered
The Albanese government may compel employers to provide technology training to protect employees against automation.