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National study seeks teachers’ insights to strengthen consent and respectful relationships education
La Trobe University researchers are calling on educators to share their experiences of teaching consent and respectful relationships to shape...
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Principal and teacher salaries rise, but gender gaps persist
New figures from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) show that salaries for principals and teachers have risen across the board...
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Call for better support for casual teachers as study reveals induction inequities
With teacher shortages reaching record highs across Australia and globally, new research has found that casual and contract teachers –...
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National awards celebrate reconciliation leadership in schools and early learning
Reconciliation Australia has announced the winners of the 2025 Narragunnawali: Reconciliation in Education Awards, celebrating schools and early learning services...
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Teachers honoured in 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science
Two teachers have been recognised among the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science, earning national honours for their work inspiring...
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Queensland union turns down $100,000 pay offer per teacher
Members of the Queensland Teachers' Union have rejected a proposed pay deal that would have lifted teacher salaries above $100,000...
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