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Facing Facts Support for teachers and school leaders has fallen away - along with status, recognition and pay. Reduced class sizes, real and accessible support and reasonable expectations - along with better pay and conditions - are core to easing the burden, improving attraction and stemming the tide of resignations. Our communities are full of teachers who could be part of the solution but who simply feel they can no longer pay the price; Our schools are full of people wondering how much more they can take. Education needs some fixing and there are nine major areas which could be improved to ease the burden on teachers and encourage them to stay in the profession.

“Amongst The Worst In The World” - Australia’s Battle Against Behavioural Problems in Schools The responsibility for inappropriate behaviour has shifted from the student who undertook it to the teacher.

Research Underlines the Importance of Reading at Home World’s largest research study on shared book reading reveals impact on children and families.

The Art of Beating Anxiety in Children Ground-breaking program from the Art Gallery of NSW.

Digital HSC Trial Exams CSSA and Gradeo partner to digitise HSC Trial Exams.

Experts Launch Free School Mental Health Check in Innovative new in-school platform to better understand youth mental health and wellbeing.

Get Ready for Wakakirri 2025 - Unleash the Power of Story-Dancing with Mind Over Matter: Tales of Inner Strength Since 1992, Wakakirri has united schools in a celebration of story-dancing, creativity, and community.

Federal Funding Announced for Vaping Prevention Program The OurFutures vaping program equips teachers with the tools to educate young people about the dangers of vaping

Company that Wants to Farm in Space Brings Students Along for the Ride The economic development of the moon has begun, and students can get a taste of it.

Sexual Violence Normalised through Early Porn Use Young people’s views of sex and relationships are informed by porn, education is key.

Embracing Change: How Victorian Schools are Integrating Indigenous Histories into the Curriculum Help with the inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures in the curriculum.

A Lifeline for Suspended Kids Program turns a suspension into a positive.