Archived News for Education Sector Professionals
Obese teenagers have a significantly lower than average quality of life, according to a study of Sydney teenagers published in the American Journal of Adolescent Health by a team of researchers from the Westmead Millennium Institute (WMI).
UWA appoints international Pro-Vice Chancellor
The University of Western Australia (UWA) has announced the appointment of Iain Watt as the university’s new Pro Vice-Chancellor (International).
Government releases curriculum draft paper
The Federal Government has released the latest chapter of the Australian Curriculum draft paper for public consultation.
Victoria announces skills committee
The Victorian Government has announced the membership of the new Industry Skills Consultative Committee (ISCC), which will be tasked with advising the Government on shaping the State’s future vocational training system.
Government announces Asia study plan
The Federal Government has introduced a Bill before Parliament that will provide financial assistance to students wanting to undertake part of their study in Asia.
Government announces Industry Innovation Precincts
The Federal Government has announced it will contribute $504 million to establish 10 new Industry Innovation Precincts in an attempt to drive productivity, improve connections between business and the research sector and modernise the country’s industry to compete more successfully in global markets.
LaTrobe opens molecular science building
LaTrobe University will be able to examine the fabric of the universe with even greater accuracy following the opening of its new $100 million LaTrobe Institute of Molecular Sciences (LIMS) building.
Older Australians have lower literacy rates finds ABS
Older Australians have lower levels of literacy and numeracy than younger Australians, according to preliminary figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Government releases smarter schools progress report
The Federal Government has released the 2012 progress report for the rollout of the $2.5 billion Smart Schools National Partnerships program, while announcing the next round of instalments of funding to be paid to the states and territories.
SA strikes teacher pay deal
The South Australian Government has struck an agreement with the state’s school teachers that will see a 3 per cent per annum pay rise and more maternity leave as part of the latest enterprise agreement.
Immigrants succeeding in education
A new study conducted by the University of Sydney has shown that there a relatively few differences in problem solving, mathematics and science achievement between immigrant students and non-immigrant students.
Victoria announces action on truancy
The Victorian Government has announced it is considering further measures to ensure that parents send their children to school each day, with State Education Minister Martin Dixon not ruling out the threat of financial penalties.
Victoria releases VET data
The Victorian Government has released new data which it says shows that the Vocational Education Plan is addressing key skills shortages.
Culture a crucial role in Indigenous education success
A strong sense of cultural identity plays a crucial part in the education and training success of Indigenous students, according to a new study released by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER).
Government releases childcare health guide
The Federal Government has released a new guide aimed at maintaining health of children in childcare centres by preventing the spread of infectious diseases.
Scholarships to see SA women take to Boards
A new round of scholarships offered by the South Australian Government will see 25 South Australian women undertake an intensive training course run by the Australian Institute of Company Directors to give them a foot up the corporate ladder.
Government hits Closing the Gap targets
The Federal Government has released data that shows that there are now more indigenous children than ever before with access to preschool or kindergarten programs, making it likely that efforts to see all indigenous four-year-olds living in remote communities will have access to early childhood education by 2013 will be met this year.
NBN benefiting training and education finds study
A new study released by the National Broadband Network (NBN) claims that the service is already having a significant and positive impact on education.
Disengagement the key issue in classrooms finds report
Disengagement, rather than disruptive behaviour, is the route cause of many of the problems in the state’s schools, according to a survey conducted by the University of South Australia.
New Chancellor for University of Sydney
Belinda Hutchinson has been named as the new Chancellor of the University of Sydney, after Governor Marie Bashir concluded her second term in the role in December last year.
WA announces capital loans for private schools
The Western Australian Government has announced $25 million in loans to be shared by 17 new private school capital works projects.