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Territory begins cost recovery talks for educating NSW students

The territory tried to start cost recovery talks. NSW isn't interested.

The Canberra Times · Sep 19

NSW to put strict caps on screen time in classrooms while pushing for ‘pen and paper’ learning

Screen limits will become mandatory in NSW schools from 2028 as federal education minister says students may need a ‘digital detox’

The Guardian - AU · Sep 13

Slave to the algorithm: big tech in violence spotlight

An advocate has renewed calls for the government to tackle social media algorithms after leaders met to discuss a spike in sexual violence against girls.

AAP · Sep 4

Major MND move must go nationwide for research boost

Experts hope a fresh development in the battle against motor neurone disease will become a national priority, as a state helps researchers develop better care.

AAP · Aug 30

'Societal problem': thousands of students suspended in Newcastle region schools

Find out how many students were sent home from school last year.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 20

'Act now': assessment overhaul to curb AI in schools

One state is considering a ban on take-home testing, as authorities scramble to combat the rise of artificial intelligence in the classroom.

AAP · Aug 10

SA premier announces royal commission into AI – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Aug 9

Hunter high school to be relocated to new, modern site

It's the second school development announced for Maitland this week.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 17

Ghost town fears don't spook new airport suburb backers

A suburban development near a new international airport will not become a white elephant, the government insists despite scepticism and past failures.

AAP · Apr 21

Time's up: call for extra hours for teacher lesson prep

Teachers are struggling to find minutes in the day to plan lessons and meet the well-being needs of students, surveying suggests.

AAP · Feb 14