Lorrelle Lee from Port Kembla has registered to donate her body to the University of Wollongong after death, helping train future healthcare professionals and advance medical research through UOW's body donation program.
The ACT government announces a review of educator-child ratios and considers mandatory registration for early childhood teachers following shocking incident reports from childcare centres.
A 34-year-old Oak Flats man already in custody on kidnapping and assault charges now faces six additional domestic violence offences, including coercive control and sexual assault allegations.
NSW Police have issued alerts for two missing girls, aged 12 and 13, who are known to frequent Wollongong and Lake Illawarra. Authorities are concerned for their welfare.
The Hunter region has welcomed over 80 new principals to NSW public schools, including Anna Owen as lead principal at Newcastle School for students with disabilities.
A 45-year-old man is fighting for life after being pinned between two cars and punched in a violent alleged neighbourhood dispute on the South Coast. Police have charged a 39-year-old man.
Australia's childcare sector faces urgent calls for mandatory allergy and anaphylaxis training for all staff, as experts warn current regulations are failing children with rising allergy rates.
The start of the school year brings a whirlwind of chaos and nostalgia for families across Australia, as routines reset and emotions run high.
The University of Newcastle plans to demolish its largest building, the Hunter Building, starting in July. The complex project, costing over $20 million, will take up to 18 months due to asbestos and structural concerns.
Western Australian Premier Roger Cook visited Roleystone Community College to kick off a full-time kindergarten trial, distributing backpacks to eager students like four-year-old Oliver Millar on a blistering first day of school.
The University of Western Australia has unveiled a bold new brand campaign, positioning itself as a 'rebel base' to counter perceptions of elitism and attract a broader student base.
San Clemente College in Mayfield welcomes its inaugural Year 11 students as part of a major overhaul of Newcastle's Catholic schools system, transitioning to a full Year 7 to 12 model.
New data reveals Year 9 students are facing significant academic challenges, prompting calls for targeted educational support programs to address learning gaps.
ACT Policing reveals 264 drivers were fined and 47 cautioned for speeding in school zones during 2025, with one motorist caught at 89km/h in a 40km/h zone.
University of Newcastle Vice Chancellor Alex Zelinsky, a Wollongong native, is named in the Epstein documents for a 2004 business meeting attempt with Ghislaine Maxwell, though he denies any connection to Jeffrey Epstein.
University of Newcastle Vice Chancellor Alex Zelinsky is named in Jeffrey Epstein documents for a 2004 business meeting attempt with Ghislaine Maxwell, but he never met Epstein and condemns the crimes.
Thousands of NSW students return to classrooms this week, with kindergarten twins and their buddies sharing excitement for learning, friendship, and new adventures in education.
The ACT's newest government school in Strathnairn has opened its doors, welcoming 105 students for orientation. Families watch as construction continues on the facility that will eventually accommodate 780 pupils.
Mount St Thomas Public School in the Illawarra region celebrates a unique start to the 2026 school year with three sets of twins among its kindergarten cohort, highlighting community growth and family connections.
A Bellambi motorcyclist has been sentenced to one year in prison after a dangerous police pursuit that saw him tear through a soccer field while riding an unregistered bike.
As students return to classrooms, demographer Dr Liz Allen highlights the often-overlooked financial pressures on families and calls for systemic support to address educational inequality.
Western Australia Police have launched a major statewide operation to protect children in school zones as term one begins, while the Fremantle Bridge closure adds significant traffic congestion for Perth commuters.
The first week of February marks the real start of the year for many Australians, offering a chance to set new intentions and embrace community in education.
Roleystone Community College begins a pioneering full-time kindergarten program this school year, aiming to enhance early childhood education outcomes for young learners in Western Australia.
An editorial highlights the critical responsibility drivers have in maintaining safety within school zones, emphasising the need for vigilance and adherence to road rules.
Andrew Miller argues that a Kafkaesque situation in the US serves as a stark reminder of the importance of teaching morality in education to prevent societal breakdown.
WA Police intensify enforcement in school zones targeting speeding, drug-affected drivers and child seat compliance as students return for Term One 2026.
University of Newcastle's Dr Lachlan Rogers has been named among the world's top 100 quantum scientists by UNESCO, recognising his groundbreaking work with diamond-based quantum technologies.
As Canberra students return to classrooms, hairdressers report a surge in requests to reverse trendy summer cuts like modern mullets and dip dyes to meet school uniform policies.
Canberra's education authorities have decided against publishing Year 1 phonics test results, sparking debate about accountability versus student wellbeing in literacy reforms.