Archived News for Education Sector Professionals
The Federal Parliament has extended a formal apology to the victims of the unlawful Robodebt scheme.
Uni survey revived
Universities Australia has committed to a new national survey on campus sexual assault.
Union claims probed in ACT
The ACT’s Integrity Commission is looking into allegations of improper influence in school tenders.
Digital ID tech slammed
A digital identity expert says plans for the myGovID app will not work without an overhaul.
Unknown genes tallied
Researchers are investigating the “unknome”; a database of human genes we know almost nothing about.
New money for school boost
The Federal Government has committed $6.4 million to establishing a new site to transform Indigenous education.
Virtual nurse tools backed
Virtual reality (VR) is a useful tool in nurse training, but traditional training methods also look like they are here to stay.
Uni bill open for input
The Albanese Government says it is committed to the recommendations of the Australian Universities Accord Interim Report.
Wage "betrayal" sets up strike
Wage talks for teachers in NSW have crumbled after the government's offer was labelled a “betrayal”.
Apps slammed for Chinese link
Australian officials have identified TikTok and WeChat as potential national security hazards.
Generational bill prepped
New laws could see the Federal Government forced to consider climate impacts on future generations when approving ...
HIV studies show life
People living with HIV and maintaining low, but detectable, levels of the virus have an almost zero risk ...
PC reviews Gap efforts
The Productivity Commission has exposed the ongoing failure of state and territory governments to alleviate Indigenous disadvantage in Australia.
Systemic change for youth suggested
The warning bell has been sounded on the state of the health care system and its ability to adequately treat and triage youth mental health conditions.
Green light for kids' site
Western Australia's first children's hospice has been granted approval by the WA Planning Commission, overcoming objections from local councillors.
NT bails on funding plan
The NT Government has walked back education funding claims just days after they were made.
UA campaign probed
Senators have grilled Universities Australia (UA) over a $1.5 million anti-sexual violence campaign.