Education
How kidsā gender and location impacted NAPLAN results
6 August
KEY TAKEAWAYS * Almost one-in-three Indigenous students not meeting basic education standards and classified as needing extra support, compared to just under one-in-ten non-Indigenous students * Two thirds of students classified as āstrongā or...[Read More]
Helping kids with living expenses through early training
19 June
Thereās a family event of sorts that gives parents mixed feelings of sadness, apprehension and relief āĀ and children a lot of excitement: when a child leaves the proverbial nest. Now, this can happen early during your childās teenage years or...[Read More]
āNation-buildingā deal as public schools fully funded
26 March
A landmark agreement that ensures every Australian student receives a fully funded public eduction is being toasted as a nation-building breakthrough. After months of back-and-forth, the Commonwealth on Monday bowed to demands from a final holdout...[Read More]
Parents urged to help close gender gap in technology
22 January
Parents are being encouraged to help their daughters explore non-traditional career paths in an effort to close the gender gap in major industries. The gender gap remains an issue in the technology and e-commerce industries, with women significantly...[Read More]
Extra $110m for schools ups pressure on holdout states
20 November
Public schools in Canberra will receive extra Commonwealth cash, putting pressure on bigger states holding out for a better funding deal. The federal government will increase its percentage of funding in the ACT to 22.5 per cent in 2026, up from 20...[Read More]
The Cornerstone of a Bright Future: The Importance of a Good Education for Your Child
22 February
As parents, we naturally desire the best for our children, aiming to lay down a path that leads to a fulfilling and prosperous future. One of the most critical and impactful steps on this journey is ensuring a good education for our children. A...[Read More]
How parents can prepare for the cost of education in Australia
30 March
Education is a vital investment in your childās future, but it can also be a significant financial burden for those who are unprepared. One study shows that although a large majority of Australian parents believe that education plays a significant...[Read More]
Helping kids with living expenses
12 January
Thereās a family event of sorts that gives parents mixed feelings of sadness, apprehension and relief āĀ and children a lot of excitement: when a child leaves the proverbial nest. Now, this can happen early during your childās teenage years or...[Read More]
Call to rebuild national tertiary sector
16 November
The federal government faces pressure to ensure a flagged review of the university sector delivers for students, staff and the national economy. Education Minister Jason Clare is expected to announce on Wednesday the details of a process, known as...[Read More]