Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - October, 2017
A major study of dingo DNA has revealed dingoes most likely migrated to Australia in two separate waves via a former land bridge with Papua New Guinea.
Big money for school fix
The SA Government has put up $690 million to replace old buildings and classrooms at 90 schools across the state.
Recognition path rejected
The Federal Government has thrown out plans for a referendum on Indigenous recognition.
Work begins on high-tech bones
A new project is combining 3D-printing, robotic surgery and advanced manufacturing ...
Brain cancer fund formed
The Federal Government has launched a $100 million fund to fight brain cancer.
SA sees whooping cough spike
A spike in whooping cough has led SA Health to warn “irresponsible” parents.
Blockchain tops transfers
The University of Sydney has developed a blockchain system for financial transfers that is faster than almost any other.
Kids start planning early
A new study suggests children spontaneously practice skills to prepare for the future starting at the age of 6.
Listening linked to sense of self
Even across vastly different cultures, research suggests listening to teens’ problems gives them a stronger sense of self worth.
Students refusing STEM push
Experts say Australian students are turning their backs on maths and science.
Hobart joins date fight
Hobart City Council has joined the push to change the date of Australia Day.
Closing the Gap to be re-mapped
After years of failure, the Federal Government is working on a major overhaul of the Closing the Gap strategy.
Sector calls to save TAFE
Operators say TAFE is on the brink of collapse, with the system in critical decline.
Training linked to mental help
Basic mental health training for managers can bring significant benefits, research shows.
Language limit lowered
The Government’s attempts to change the English language citizenship test has been compared to the White Australia policy.
NDIS review slams sluggish efforts
A large-scale review has found the NDIS will be rolled out late, and could rely on foreign workers.
QUT to teach robots human traits
Queensland scientists are working to inject human rationality into robots.
Victoria hitting herd-level help
Victoria is on the verge of achieving the ‘holy grail’ of 95 per cent immunisation.