Decorated public servant appointed ACT Auditor-General
Ajay Sharma, a 20-year veteran of the ACT Audit Office, has been appointed as the territory's new Auditor-General for a seven-year term, commencing February 2025.
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Uber Eats driver convicted for attempted kiss
A former Uber Eats delivery driver has been convicted and fined $800 for attempting to kiss a customer at her front door in what the court called inappropriate conduct.
University of Newcastle opens new Gosford Central building
The University of Newcastle has completed its $67.3 million Gosford Central building, expanding higher education access on the Central Coast. Tour the new facility on December 1.
SA Government Announces $2.3B Education Reform
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on school infrastructure and teacher training. Learn how this investment will transform classrooms.
SA Government Announces $2.3B Education Reform
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on infrastructure, teacher training, and student support. Learn how this investment will transform learning outcomes across the state.
Education Priorities: Time to Shift Focus from HSC?
A former NSW Board of Studies worker argues the HSC receives disproportionate resources compared to early childhood education. Read why Australia needs to rethink its educational priorities.
Far North QLD Teachers Join Statewide Strike Action
Thousands of Far North Queensland teachers walked off the job today, joining 50,000 educators statewide in demanding better pay and conditions. Learn how this affects local schools.
ACT public housing mould crisis leaves tenants helpless
Canberra public housing tenants endure dangerous mould and repair delays as maintenance contractor Programmed faces scrutiny. Housing advocates demand accountability amid growing waitlists.
20 Housing ACT jobs cut before Christmas
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
All ACT Schools Reopen After Asbestos Sand Clean-Up
All ACT public schools reopen after a week-long asbestos sand clean-up. Malkara School was the last to be cleared. Education Minister Yvette Berry prioritises student safety.
Radford College proposes new fee structure amid backlash
Radford College introduces new fee structure to address parent concerns over significant increases. Learn how the changes affect tuition and what it means for families in 2026.
Geelong Education Leaders Revealed in Power Rankings
Discover the influential leaders transforming Geelong's education landscape across schools and universities. Meet the visionaries shaping student success in our region.
SA Education Reforms: New Focus on Skills and Jobs
South Australia announces sweeping education reforms targeting skills development and employment pathways. Discover how these changes will impact students and the workforce.
Police seek men over Braddon altercation, head injury
ACT Policing is seeking public help to identify two men involved in a Braddon altercation that left a man with a serious head injury. Contact Crime Stoppers with info.
ACT Schools Reopen After Asbestos Sand Clean-Up
Most ACT schools will operate fully on Monday after an asbestos sand clean-up, with only two schools remaining closed. Get the latest updates and full school list.
ACT Uses AI to Accelerate Planning Approvals
The ACT government is implementing artificial intelligence to streamline development assessments and meet housing targets. Chief Minister Andrew Barr reveals plans for faster approvals.
South Australia Announces Major Education Overhaul
South Australia's government reveals comprehensive education reforms including curriculum updates and teacher support initiatives. Learn how these changes will impact students across the state.
WA education protest: Heartbreaking letters to parliament
Western Australian parents and students deliver emotional letters to state parliament protesting the education funding crisis. Read their powerful stories and demands for change.
Malkara School closes again over asbestos sand
Parents at Canberra's Malkara School express frustration over poor communication as coloured sand potentialy contaminated with asbestos forces another closure. Get the latest updates.
VCE Exams Wrap Up for 2025 Across Victoria
Thousands of Victorian Year 12 students have completed their final VCE exams, marking the end of their secondary education journey. Read about their experiences and what comes next.
Canberra schools reopen after asbestos sand recall
ACT Education Minister announces additional Canberra schools reopening Thursday after asbestos-contaminated sand removal. Get the latest updates and full school status list.
Canberra's education gap leaves boys behind
ACT faces silent crisis as boys trail girls in literacy by 20% and men account for 70% of suicides. Expert calls for male teachers and targeted support.
ACT Schools Asbestos Cleanup: 11 Still Closed
Asbestos contamination in coloured sand keeps 11 ACT public schools closed. Licensed removalists work around the clock as reopening timeline remains uncertain. Full details.
ACT asbestos school closures spark parent anger
ACT parents express fury over government's handling of asbestos contamination in schools, citing confused messaging and unnecessary mass closures. Minister Yvette Berry under fire.
ACT Schools Asbestos Shutdown: Timeline of Events
A detailed timeline of the ACT schools asbestos shutdown. Discover how the crisis unfolded, which schools are affected, and the ongoing testing and removal efforts.
Child struck by car outside Canberra school, police appeal
ACT Policing is urging witnesses to come forward after a child was struck by a vehicle outside Gold Creek High School in Nicholls last month. The child sustained minor injuries.
Canberra school closures update for November 19
Education Minister Yvette Berry updates Canberra school closures as asbestos removal continues. Get the latest list of open and closed schools for Wednesday, November 19.
ACT needs 80+ paramedics to fix ambulance crisis
An honest review reveals the ACT Ambulance Service is critically understaffed, needing over 80 paramedics. Night shifts are failing 96% of the time, risking response times.
ACT School Closures: Asbestos Crisis Day 3
Asbestos-contaminated sand forces ACT school closures for a third day. 25 schools fully closed, 16 partially. Get the full list of impacted schools and updates.
WA Premier Questions University Numbers in State
WA Premier Roger Cook suggests the state may have too many universities for its population size. The ongoing merger review continues as the government seeks to strengthen the higher education sector.
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