Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - September, 2022
A bacteria has been named after South Australia’s Chief Public Health Officer, Professor Nicola Spurrier.
WMO shows clear warning
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says climate science is clear; humanity is heading in the wrong direction.
Global development slips
The UN says human development has declined for the first time since it started measuring it.
Childcare strikes sweep nation
Childcare workers across the country went on strike this week, demanding improved wages, conditions and respect.
Report reveals untapped WA
Economists say untapped local labour resources could be crucial to easing skills and jobs shortages in WA.
Students return to 'education state'
New figures show 37,000 international students have returned to study in Victoria since last December.
Cape York country returned
A giant parcel of land on Queensland's Cape York Peninsula has been handed back to traditional owners.
Melbourne backs date change
The City of Melbourne will advocate to change the date of Australia Day.
Voice body forming
The Federal Government is forming a working group for the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
MDBA school scheme continues
The MDBA has launched a program to teach kids about vital local waterways.
STEM review launched
Science Minister Ed Husic has ordered a review of federal programs to encourage women into science and technologies.
Extremism report calls for gun change
A committee report on extremism in Victoria has called for federal lobbying.
Migration caps rise
Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil has announced Australia’s permanent migration cap will increase from 160,000 to 195,000 ...
Update adds Aboriginal names
Indigenous ecological names have been added to a scientific language exchange.