The Latest Breaking News from Veronica Elliott

Data reveals 58 ACT public schools facing funding cuts

Leaked data reveals extensive cuts faced by ACT schools next year.

The Canberra Times · Sep 22

Teachers increasingly suffering verbal abuse, threats from parents: union

'Schools are always a microcosm of the society that we live in.'

The Canberra Times · Jul 4

Parents welcome school changes but still want more flexibility

New education report sparks hope and trepidation.

The Canberra Times · May 27

'Middle bracket' families miss out in school support fund: Libs

Demand for the fund grew from 3000 students in 2022 to 5000 in 2023.

The Canberra Times · Jan 17, 2024

'This is not teacher-bashing': union aware of problems at two ACT schools

Teachers at two schools under review are 'doing the best they possibly can'.

The Canberra Times · Sep 18, 2023

Five Canberra schools to provide free breakfasts and lunches three days per week with Meals in Schools program pilot

The new ACT government-funded Meals in Schools pilot program will see thousands of Canberra kids fed throughout their school days when the free meals initiative rolls out later this year.

ABC News · Mar 27, 2023

Free meal trial delayed as ACT offers up to $750 for school students

School shoes, uniforms and stationary all adds up. Canberra families will be able to get some relief for education costs through a new equity fund.

The Canberra Times · Aug 16, 2022

Canberra community helps fund more mental health support for ACT primary schools

The Canberra community has come to the fore in helping fund the program

The Canberra Times · Jul 22, 2022