Lack of independent play harming mental health

14 March, 2023

The rise in mental health disorders among school-aged children could be attributed to fewer opportunities for them to play without direct adult supervision.


How gamification is helping kids get into trades

10 March, 2023

Secondary school students are being encouraged to explore a career in the trades through the use of welding simulators.


Digital hub educates young netballers on nutrition

08 March, 2023

A digital Engagement Hub with interactive gaming-style experiences has been created to help educate young netballers on the role of nutrition in sport.


STEM program upskills arts students

08 March, 2023

Charles Darwin University (CDU) has introduced a STEM program to encourage arts and humanities students into science and technology.


Melbourne's Alamanda College graduates to AI‑driven network operations

07 March, 2023 | Supplied by: Juniper Networks Australia

Alamanda College, a government school in Melbourne's fast-growing southwest corridor, offers top-level education for 3000 students in years K–9.


"Attack" on qualifications damages teaching profession

07 March, 2023

Investigations into the feasibility of a one-year education Master's degree is an attack on teaching qualifications, according to the AEU.


'Tech overdose' kills student sleep

07 March, 2023

Teenagers who are regular night owls are more likely to miss out on proper sleep due to their technology use, according to new UniSA research.


Student wellbeing "hits new low", data shows

03 March, 2023

The classroom crisis in NSW has been underscored by Department of Education data, according to the NSW Teachers Federation.


Infants outperforming AI

01 March, 2023

A new study shows that babies are better than artificial intelligence at detecting the motivation behind other people's actions.


Teaching students healthy food habits

01 March, 2023

One in four children aged 4–15 years old is overweight in Australia, according to Australian Institute of Health and Welfare data.


Rethinking religious education in public schools

28 February, 2023

There needs to be an overhaul of religious education programs in public schools, according to a Monash University expert.


Student learning library has online resources for parents

28 February, 2023

A free online student learning library has been established by the NSW Government, allowing parents to view what their child is studying.


How robots could benefit the education system

24 February, 2023

Researchers have found that a robot can successfully keep children with learning disabilities focused on their work.


More power for school principals

22 February, 2023

Principals at public schools would receive more autonomy over hiring teachers under a NSW Government election promise.


Students pitch NASA through Powerhouse program

22 February, 2023

Western Sydney high school students were recently given the opportunity to collaborate with NASA on a space mission.


  • All content Copyright © 2026 Westwick-Farrow Pty Ltd