Active zones and mini retreats – how to build preschools suitable for neurodivergent kids
Natalia Lebedinskaia/ Getty Images An estimated 15–20% of children are neurodivergent, with diagnoses rising each year. They may have a […]
If you’re pregnant, do you have to tell your boss? And what are the rules for employers?
A Sydney warehouse worker fired by text message within two weeks of telling her employer she was pregnant has won
It’s end-of-year concert season. Why do some kids struggle with performance anxiety?
Yan Krukov/ Pexels End-of-year school concerts showcase children’s talents and hard work, often filling performers with pride. But for some,
No more call to cancel: the government wants to crack down on ‘subscription traps’
The Conversation, CC BY It often seems like a great idea at the time. There’s a streaming service, paywalled news
As music festival season ramps up, artists can help shine a light on an ‘invisible’ workforce
Vishnu R Nair/Pexels Around Australia, music festival season is once again kicking into high gear. Yet behind every headline act
Is the focus on NAPLAN’s ‘top’ schools a good idea?
On Wednesday, the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority released the school-level results for this year’s NAPLAN tests. This reporting
Australian economic growth is solid but not spectacular. Rate cuts are off the table
Australia’s economy grew by a softer-than-expected 0.4% in the September quarter, slowing from 0.6% growth in the June quarter. It
Adults like to talk about ‘big school’. This can make the change seem scary for some children
Starting school is a time of great anticipation and excitement for young children and families. The buildup can last for
The clock is ticking on a golden opportunity for real change in Australia
The May 2026 federal budget will mark one year since the Albanese government’s unexpected landslide win at the last election.
What makes a healthy and safe boarding school culture?
Nick David/ Getty Images Last week, police confirmed four students at Victorian boarding school Ballarat Grammar had been cautioned over