The top Qld state high schools where only one in three make the cut
Children as young as six are being tutored years in advance to get them ready for an education Hunger Games to secure a spot in one of the state’s top schools.
Gold Coast Education
Calls for review into trouble-plagued school
A concerned former parent and leading academic figure has called for an independent review into a trouble-plagued private Gold Coast school, saying his son had endured traumatic incidents.
Family claims ‘nothing but crickets’ from childcare in breach of laws
A family embroiled in a legal fight with a Gold Coast early learning centre which breached child safety laws, including drawing on their kid, claims it has stopped responding to emails. Full story.
What really goes on inside your child’s school
Do you know what really goes on inside your child’s classroom? As school resumes on Tuesday, it may be time to find out, writes Ann Wason Moore.
First look: New boutique childcare centre proposed for surprise site
The battle to solve the Gold Coast’s shortage of childcare centres has taken another step, with plans unveiled for a new early learning facility in a surprise suburb. FIND OUT MORE
‘They drew on my kid’: Learning centre breaches leave mum aghast
A Gold Coast early learning centre has been hauled over the coals after serious breaches including calling a furious mum’s ex – who was not the father – to pick up her child. FULL STORY
Meet Gold Coast’s highest achieving Year 12 students of 2024
Schools across the city have announced their duxes and highest achieving students for this year. Meet some of the Gold Coast’s most gifted students.
Sarah and Archie’s first day – seven years later
Entering school gates for the first time can be daunting – but it’s not so bad when your best mate is by your side. Just ask Sarah and Archie, who are about to do it for the second time in seven years.
Top school principal resigns amid controversy
The principal of a Gold Coast private school has resigned after twice going on leave amid controversy over the school’s response to claims of violence between students.
How Gold Coast’s top schools performed in this year’s NAPLAN
Newly released NAPLAN results have revealed the top performing Gold Coast schools for 2024. Find out how your school did.
In pictures: Coombabah State High School formal
It was a magnificent night at the Turf Club, where Coombabah State High School students celebrated their formal. See our pictures from the big night.
In pictures: Robina State High School formal at HOTA
A dusting of rain did nothing to take the sparkle off a magnificent night at HOTA, where students of Robina State High School celebrated their formal. See our special gallery from the big night.
Sports equipment destroyed in arson attack at school
Police are investigating a suspicious fire at a Gold Coast school that saw sports equipment destroyed – the second blaze to affect the school in just 16 months.
‘My right to drink’: Students erupt over uni booze ban blitz
Private university students are frothing mad about an on-campus alcohol ban – but uni bosses are making no apologies. FULL STORY.
‘Give back’: NT law student‘s Queensland win
A Territorian working on a law degree on the Gold Coast has won a major award through the Queensland Law Society.
REVEALED: When new $120m student living tower will open
Construction has commenced for a new student accommodation tower on the Gold Coast. Find out when it will open
No seat at the table: Qld unis snubbed on national committee
Queensland universities, and regional university leaders more broadly, have been left off a newly-formed tertiary advisory committee, in what has been described as a “critical oversight”.
Childcare could cost just $10 a day: See if you will be eligible
Relief is on the way for Aussie parents with changes planned to childcare fees and paid parental leave. See how they affect you.
Childcare rebate: the unexpected downside
Childcare inquiries in Australia have reached ‘record-breaking’ levels since the government’s new rebate, but there is a worrying downside.
Hands-on’: How kids are learning about bush tucker
From bush tucker to thriving desert vegetable gardens, the Woolworths Junior Landcare grants are boosting kids’ environmental learning in some unexpected ways.
Gogglebox stars’ advice to help kids write better
From Gogglebox to grammar: Kerry and Izzy Silbery reveal how family chats can supercharge and help Aussie kids.
What parents should do every day to get kids school ready
Experts have revealed the simple things parents can do to get their children school ready, as a new report reveals which kids fall behind.
School duxes: Next steps for Coast’s high-achieving students
The highest-achieving students from the Coast’s class of ‘21 are setting lofty career goals after being named duxes – and they’re sharing their tips with younger students. WHAT THEY SAID
Back to School item now costing parents $284 per child
Australian parents will be slugged with a price hike on Back to School items unless they find ways to save. This is what they can expect to pay.
How tech is turning your teen into a toddler
Internet addiction is damaging our teens brains and leaving them with a legacy of lifelong emotional problems, a world-first study has revealed.
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School chairman denies “baseless” conflict of interest claims
The high-profile chairman of one of the Gold Coast’s most prestigious schools has denied “baseless” claims of potential conflicts of interest involving his family company and the school’s $30 million building program.
Are you smarter than a Year 9 student? Take the test
Do you tell your children you were an academic ace back in the day? Here’s your chance to prove it. Take our snap NAPLAN quiz now!
‘Personal reasons’: Prominent long-serving Gold Coast principal’s exit
One of the Gold Coast’s top principals at one of its most popular schools has announced he will leave the job, citing ‘personal reasons’. READ HIS WORDS
Search the list: How much your school fees are going up
The cost of elite Queensland schools continue to surge, as fees for 2025 are revealed. SEARCH FOR YOUR SCHOOL
Elite school’s principal abruptly goes on leave – again
The principal of an elite Gold Coast private school has gone on leave abruptly for the second time in a year after concerns about the school’s response to an alleged serious incident.
All the photos: Southport State High year 12 formal
It was the night of all nights for these Southport State High School students and they kicked it off with glamorous arrivals at Sea World. Check out all the photos
‘Ruining the Gold Coast’: Debate ignites over proposed school
Controversy over a proposal for a new southern Gold Coast school has reignited. Find out why.
Dire numbers reveal Coast’s childcare shortage crisis
The Gold Coast is facing a childcare crisis, with more centres urgently needed to deal with a critical undersupply of places for young children. FIND OUT MORE
Expert warns of deeper issues behind vile school list scandals
A psychology expert warns of a deeper societal issue behind the recent spate of “rape list” scandals. FULL DETAILS
Sleazy, sexist and unsettling reality facing Qld teachers
Queensland teachers are being sexually harassed, with threats of rape, asked for nudes and are moaned and groaned.
Simple tip to nailing your school exams
School exams can be a stress but there is a very simple method to avoid fatigue.
565 break-ins, $1m repairs: Taxpayers slugged as classrooms trashed
Taxpayers have been slugged almost $1m to replace classroom resources damaged in dozens of break-ins, instances of malicious damage and arson attacks at Queensland state schools.
‘Brisbane can sort itself for 2032 – the rest of Qld pays for their silliness’
Should the Queensland school calendar change to suit the 2032 Olympic Games? HAVE YOUR SAY
Revealed: Why elite Gold Coast school has bought nursing home
One of the Gold Coast’s most elite private schools is taking control of a retirement village, with plans to dramatically change the site. FULL STORY
New Spelling Bee champs crowned
After over 70,000 student registrations, three riveting rounds and every state and territory in Australia joining the hive, it’s time to meet the national champions of the 2024 PM’s Spelling Bee.
Qld teacher trauma: ‘I have to face him like nothing happened’
A Queensland teacher has shared a harrowing confrontation, as a fresh push to protect educators gathers momentum.
‘Less distraction’: Truth behind Qld’s single-sex school debate
It’s the age old question, single-sex vs co-ed? We may finally have the answer.
Cash splash in bid to address Qld teacher shortage
Up to $30,000 will be offered to new teachers in the latest push to fill vacant positions in regional and remote parts of the state.
Mind-blowing facilities inside Qld’s $33k-a-year school
Queensland’s schools aren’t always cheap but you will be amazed what it’s like inside this prestigious school.
Spelling Bee’s ‘perfect score kids’
The 2024 PM’s Spelling Bee saw a record-breaking 70,557 student registrations – now 4500 of them head to finals. See the top state and territory results.
‘Serious cuts’: Uni faces hiring freeze, job losses
From an international student paradise to a ravaged reputation, one of the Gold Coast’s greatest industries is in danger of failing. Read why.
Aussie teachers face this huge problem – and it’s getting worse
Longer hours and increased workloads are driving teachers in regional Australia to want to quit the profession before retirement age.
Gap widening as more Indigenous kids give school the swerve
Truancy rates in Australia are worse than they were a decade ago, with the gap in attendance between Indigenous and non-Indigenous students widening.
‘We’re disturbed’: Fight to halt boutique primary school
A group of Gold Coast Hinterland residents are rallying against plans to build a boutique school in their rural suburb. FIND OUT WHY
Spelling Bee breaks records after NAPLAN truth bomb
As experts call for a return to more explicit teaching in the wake of the nation’s NAPLAN results, teachers lead the charge with record students numbers in the PM’s Spelling Bee.
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