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A stronger voice for public school parents and carers

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The critical role of parents in helping students achieve their learning potential has been recognised with the first formal agreement between the NSW Department of Education and the State’s P&C Federation. The 10-year Partnership Agreement with the Federation of Parents and Citizens Associations of NSW will support parents’ participation in their children’s education, ensure their … Continued

Training locals key to boosting workforce

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Local opportunities and a sustainable work, life and study balance are what drove Rebecca Kopke-Bennett to study a Master of Clinical Audiology with Charles Darwin University (CDU). The Darwin local previously studied postgraduate qualifications in education and psychology, but the chance to work in allied health and the opportunity to train locally sparked her interest in enrolling … Continued

Generative AI in schools: benefits and concerns

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AHISA MEDIA RELEASE 2 August 2023   The Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia (AHISA) today released its submission to a parliamentary inquiry into the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the Australian education system. The submission presents findings of a survey of AHISA members on how generative AI is being used … Continued

Harnessing the power of career conversations and combating increasing career uncertainty

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Latest research from Monash University shows that young people’s career indecision and uncertainty can lead to helplessness, depression, stress, lack of purpose and despair.  The transition from school to work is becoming increasingly unpredictable, employment markets are more competitive and overall career uncertainty in young people is on the rise.  Research from the Monash Centre … Continued

Applications open for 2024 Rabobank Australian graduate program – offering career opportunities with agri leader

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University graduates who have “a passion for and interest in agriculture” are being offered the opportunity to begin their careers with Rabobank, with the opening of the specialist agribusiness bank’s 2024 graduate program.   Rabobank is offering places for graduates from around Australia to join the bank early next year, beginning with a formal 18-month … Continued

A Visa Framework That Supports International Students In Their Studies

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Urgent changes to Australia’s visa framework are required, ones that support international students to complete their studies.  The changes are being recommended by the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak body representing independent providers in the skills training, higher education, and international education sectors. “Currently, some international students are opting not to complete … Continued

UNSW Sydney partners with 360info and Monash University

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The partnership will support media diversity by developing the independent information resource. UNSW Sydney has partnered with Monash University to develop the 360info independent resource for publishers, broadcasters, schools and civic society outlets. Launched by Monash, 360info operates as a newswire agency distributing research-driven content addressing and providing solutions to the world’s great challenges.   … Continued

New hub set to streamline recruitment and lower attrition in home care

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A new purpose-built facility will streamline the recruitment and training of home care workers entering the sector, as well as assist home care providers with their hiring and retention strategies.   As part of its delivery of the government-funded Home Care Workforce Support Program (HCWSP) in NSW and the ACT, non-profit organisation Settlement Services International … Continued

NSW CURRICULUM REFORMS: HAVE YOUR SAY ON DRAFT K-10 SYLLABUSES

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The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) has released eight mandatory Kindergarten to Year 10 syllabuses for feedback including: Kindergarten to Year 6: PDHPE, Creative Arts, Human Society and its Environment and Science and Technology Years 7 to 10: PDHPE, Geography, History and Visual Arts NESA CEO Paul Martin said consultation is integral to the NSW … Continued