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Ali Halkic holding a photo of his son Allem who took his own life after he was bullied on social media. Picture: Josie Hayden

‘Stain on my soul’: Grieving Dad’s plea over social media ban

A devastated father is warning parents to be aware of possible loopholes in the new social media age restriction law – and how they can stop their kids getting around them.

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The coronavirus has shut its first school in Victoria. Carey Baptist Grammar School has shut after it was confirmed a staff member has been diagnosed with the coronavirus. Other than a few cars entering the school the place is empty of of the normal school day activities. . Picture: Sarah Matray

Carey Grammar settles historic abuse claim ten days before trial

Carey Grammar has settled a historical abuse claim brought by a former student, who alleged she was abused by a former teacher and another man, not long before the trial was set to begin.

Charlie Kirk speaks before he is shot during Turning Point's visit to Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. (Tess Crowley/The Deseret News via AP)

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Warning as kids view Charlie Kirk shooting videos

Social media giants face an urgent “whack-a-mole” battle to remove Charlie Kirk shooting footage as Australian children access violent content.

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Bullies zero in on disabled kids – five things schools must do to stop them

More than seven in 10 students with a disability are bullied at school – accused of “faking” their condition, mocked, shoved, excluded, harassed. Hear their heartbreaking stories.

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Young Australians struggling with loneliness

Almost half of young people feel like they sometimes or always have no one to turn to, but in situations like starting uni it’s important to know they are not alone — and how to reach out.

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Survival guide for Year 12 exam study

Hit the books without hitting the wall, with expert advice on planning your study, combating stress and staying focused on your learning and goals.

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Parents hijacking school phone bans

Pushy parents who demand around-the-clock access to their children have found a “ridiculous” way to get around school phone bans.

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Brain food: What Year 12s should be eating

The right food can help students make the most of their prep for final exams — and sugary snacks don’t cut it. Here’s the dietitians’ guide to successful study and what to eat on the day of a test.

Careful steps needed on teen career path

Careful steps needed on teen career path

Parents can have a strong influence on high school pupils’ study and career plans, but it’s not as easy as encouraging them to “follow their dreams”.

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10 questions to ask your child’s teacher

10 questions to ask your child’s teacher

If your experience of parent teacher interviews is akin to a stressful speed date you could be missing out on important information about your child. Here’s how to find out everything you really need to know.

Why you shouldn’t teach your child to read

Why you shouldn’t teach your child to read

Parents who want to help their children to read and foster a lifelong love of books need to forget about teaching and instead focus on fun and family time, say experts.

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Angry Mother And Teenage Son Using Laptop At Home

How parents let down high school students

It might feel like you’re helping, but there’s a common trap parents are falling into that Australian researchers say is a “barrier to success”.

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Could you face going back to school?

The other students are half your age and you haven’t opened a text book in forever. Think you could brave going back to the world of study years after you finish high school? Here’s advice from those who’ve successfully managed it.

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