Why do we do NAPLAN testing online?
By Jim Tognolini
NAPLAN testing started with a technical glitch on Wednesday morning.
Schools were advised to pause the first day of assessments while a “widespread
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Fifty new places funded to train doctors
The Federal Government has opened 50 new government‑funded university medical places to help lift the supply of General Practitioners (GPs).
From today universities
Read more10 March 2026
Childhood trauma does not determine future mental health
Most children who experience abuse, bullying, and household dysfunction maintain moderate to high mental wellbeing into adulthood, according to a 12-year
Read more9 March 2026
Students risk losing critical thinking to AI brain rot
Australian students risk losing cognitive abilities critical to learning and development unless urgent action is taken to stop AI brain rot, according to a new
Read more9 March 2026
Gravity hole discovered under frozen Antarctica
Slow rock movements deep under the Earth’s surface over tens of millions of years have led to the creation of a “gravity hole” below Antarctica.
Researchers at the
Read more9 March 2026
School hours from the 1800s out of kilter with teen sleep
By Ken Purnell
This year, students at The King’s School in Sydney are starting lessons later on Wednesdays.
The start of the usual day has been pushed back from
Read more9 March 2026
Tips on choosing the best childcare centre for your child
Guardian Childcare and Education is providing tips on choosing a childcare/early learning centre as it welcomes families for “Tour Month”.
Guardian Head of
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Teenagers withdrawing from social life to avoid judgement
Young teenagers are battling a “vicious cycle of loneliness” which has been linked to a fear of embarrassment or judgement by peers.
A University of the Sunshine
Read more5 March 2026
Students stitch hope for International Women’s Day
A group of four students at St Eugene College, Burpengary, are stitching hope for their community in the lead up to International Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8,
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BCE appoints 19 new school leaders in 2026
Brisbane Catholic Education has welcomed 15 new Principals and four new Heads of College.
From large city campuses to vibrant regional schools, BCE Principals play a
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