Preschool is on the election agenda – here’s why it matters
11th April 2019
Early childhood education and care barely rated a mention in the lead-up to the 2016 federal election. But the mood has changed in Canberra.
What makes a school good? It’s about more than just test results
4th April 2019
One of the more elusive goals of education research is answering the question: what makes one school perform better than another?
Get on with building a health system that is simpler, fairer & more affordable for all
28th February 2019
The history of health reform in Australia is not exactly inspiring.
Not all Australian parents can access quality childcare & preschool
29th January 2019
Many early childhood education and care providers are charging above the cap for government subsidies and parents are being forced to meet the costs.
It’s time to help people with mental health conditions quit smoking
7th November 2018
Australians with mental health conditions are more than twice as likely to be smokers as the general population.
How to implement the general capabilities in busy schools
22nd October 2018
In 2008 the Melbourne Declaration suggested that, by the end of their schooling, all young Australians should become successful learners and confident creative individuals.
Stroke, cancer & other chronic diseases more likely for those with poor mental health
18th August 2018
4 million Australians, including friends, family, co-workers and neighbours, are living with mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression.
