Archived News for Education Sector Professionals

Immigration Minister Peter Dutton appears in a new video spruiking the Cambodian solution to asylum seekers, while one of his most vocal opponents accuses him of torture.

Earth Day dawns with new renewable push

April 22nd is Earth Day, a day when groups around the world mark the achievements and trials ahead in the quest to protect our environment.

Gallipoli effects from the other side

Australian researchers have exposed the cost the battle of Gallipoli on the Turkish side, long after the dead were cleared from the historic beach.

VET change brings business closer

The Federal Government has announced a new model for Training Product Development as part of ongoing VET reforms.

$4 million for anti-renewable posting

The Abbott government has given $4 million to the University of Western Australia so that renewable energy investment sceptic Bjørn Lomborg can spread his message.

ATO gets hip on young cats

The Australian Tax Office is using animated GIFs to sell the message of superannuation consolidation to trendy youngsters.

Ice climbs corporate ladder

Australian businesses leaders have warned that ice addiction is growing among young professionals.

Pearson pushes for stand-alone recognition

Indigenous leader Noel Pearson wants a separate declaration of Aboriginal recognition as well as any changes to the Australian constitution.

Murder study plots brains' take on guilt

A video game study could show how the human brain justifies murder.

Public/private divide does not split scores

New research shows attending a private school has very little bearing on a student’s results.

Corporate approach to boost Indigenous business

A new Chamber of Commerce has been set up to represent more than 2,000 Indigenous businesses and employers.

Vax booster protects kids from parents' poor choices

The Federal Government is making it harder for parents to put kids at risk by choosing not to vaccinate them.

Brain scans find early hints of autism

Neurological studies have shown some key elements in the early development of autism.

Focus on genetic link for lack of focus

New research suggests there could be a genetic basis for some kids’ inability to pay attention at school.

Students charge ahead on brain-stimulation

Some obvious concerns have been raised about DIY electrical brain stimulation kits, which are growing in popularity due to claims that they enhance mental performance.

Uni salaries muddy call for reform

Media investigations suggest that the heads of Australian universities are pocketing some serious salaries, crying poor while taking more for themselves.

Bullying doesn't pick between volunteers and paid staff

Despite the charitable nature of volunteering, a new study has found one in three volunteers can experience workplace bullying.

New view sees Brontosaurus rise again

The brontosaurus is back - revived after years spent wandering the taxonomic wilderness.

Coke strokes health lean with dubious green can

Coca-Cola has launched a new soft drink in Australia – the green-labelled Coca-Cola Life – but researchers say it is probably better for Coke’s bottom line than its consumer’s health.