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When Photons Dance through the Newsroom
4+ hour, 2+ min ago (172+ words) But the curiosity of an old engineer won out and thank goodness it did. Those three days at the hotel were far more than a series of lectures. It wasn't just about technology; it was the spirit in the room, the…...
Breaking: Education union reaches in-principle deal giving Victorian teachers up to 32pc pay rise
1+ hour, 13+ min ago (401+ words) Teachers cheer during speeches at the strike rally in Melbourne. (ABC News: Danielle Bonica) The Victorian branch of the Australian Education Union has reached an in-principle agreement that could settle a pay dispute between teachers and the state government. Teachers…...
Universities warn against Coalition plan to cut foreign student numbers
2+ hour, 2+ min ago (1041+ words) Foreign students could be targeted under the Coalition's proposed migration crackdown. (ABC News: Brendan Esposito) The university sector is bracing for cuts under a promise by the coalition to cut migration numbers if elected. Angus Taylor has promised to cut…...
Why ranking schools on NAPLAN results doesn't tell the whole story
8+ hour, 18+ min ago (177+ words) Each year, newspapers publish a ranking of schools according to NAPLAN results. Tasmanian Principals Association president, Mat Grining, says these rankings miss nuisance and aren't actually useful for parents and guardians trying to chose a school to send their children…...
Fair elections
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (93+ words) YEARS:" 56, 78, 910 In this episode, Annabel Crabb introduces the creative individuals who helped our election process evolve into a source of global democratic innovation, largely thanks to the establishment of the secret ballot and independent electoral management. Education resources written by…...
Annabel Crabb's Civic Duty - ABC Education
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (207+ words) These bespoke Education shorts, based on the series, tell the remarkable story of Australia's democratic system. Follow Annabel Crabb through the 2025 election, learn the unique history and see Australia's democracy in action. Civics and Citizenship, History In this episode, Annabel…...
Preferential voting
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (89+ words) YEARS:" 56, 78, 910 In this episode, Annabel Crabb explains the basics of preferential voting, why Australia's electoral system is so robust and how The Franchise Act excluded First Nations people for over six decades. Education resources written by Stephanie Smith, Museum of…...
Entire university sector accused of antisemitism failure
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (897+ words) The report found not a single university had meaningfully adopted the definition of antisemitism. (ABC News: Chris Gillette) Antisemitism Special Envoy Jillian Segal appointed former Vice-Chancellor Emeritus Professor Greg Craven to issue report cards on the handling of antisemitism on…...
Kate tours Italy in first overseas visit since cancer recovery
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (549+ words) The Princess of Wales is visiting the Italian city of Reggio Emilia, which is notable for its innovative approach to early childhood education. (Reuters: Phil Noble) Princess Kate is making her first overseas visit since her cancer diagnosis. The royal…...
Virtual college expands HSC course offering to all NSW students
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (594+ words) An online college will expand its HSC course offerings to students across all NSW schools, giving them a wider range of subject choice. (ABC News: Adam Griffiths) Online school Aurora College will make its HSC courses available to all public…...