Commonwealth Regional Scholarship pilot program attracts strong interest
The Albanese Government has delivered 100 scholarships, worth up to $20,000 a year, to families in regional, rural and remote communities to assist with the costs of children attending boarding…
Interview - ABC News Breakfast
SUBJECTS: Teacher workforce; Building a better and fairer education system
Upgrade funding applications closing soon for public schools
Public schools have until 29 February to apply for funding of at least $250,000 to build or upgrade vital infrastructure.
Interview - ABC RN
SUBJECTS: Australian Competition and Consumer Commission report into cost of childcare; International Court of Justice ruling for Israel to take all measures to prevent genocide in Gaza; UNWRA…
ACCC report: Cheaper child care cutting costs by 11 per cent for families
The final report finds that since the introduction of the Government’s Cheaper Child Care measures, the average reduction in out-of-pocket expenses for Centre-Based Day Care was 11 per cent.
Emma McKeon AM recognised with Young Australian of the Year award
Emma is a worthy recipient following her significant contributions as an athlete and to the Australian swimming community.
Teachers honoured with Order of Australia awards
Nine current and recently retired teachers and school leaders have been honoured in this year’s Awards, headed up by Senior Australian of the Year, Yolngu cultural teacher Yalmay Yunupingu.
Scaling Up Success for Indigenous students in remote WA
Indigenous students in 14 remote schools in Western Australia will benefit from a new education program starting in Term 1 that aims to close the gap in reading and writing…
Interview - Sunrise
SUBJECTS: Israel-Hamas conflict; Back to school; Building a better and fairer education system.
Skills Passport consultation begins
Public submissions are being sought on how a Skills Passport could help workers promote their skills and qualifications, and businesses find more skilled employees.
Report into safety in Early Childhood Education and Care settings
The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) has released the Report of the Review of Child Safety Arrangements under the National Quality Framework (NQF).
New service joins myGov
The Albanese Government is helping students to manage more of their government business in the palm of their hand, with myGov welcoming a new service.