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NSW schools had money taken from them. Now we know how much
Under funding changes announced in 2021, principals were told they needed to spend any accumulated money. How much was taken can now be revealed.
- by Christopher Harris
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NSW teacher training rules overhauled as accreditation process scrapped
The shake-up has been welcomed by the teachers’ union, but slammed by critics who warn it will erode quality assurance and vital oversight of thousands of teaching courses.
- by Lucy Carroll
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Schools
‘Concerns have been raised’: $40m contract to upgrade schools axed, referred to the ICAC
More than 30 new and upgraded school projects and 100 new public preschools are at risk after the NSW government terminated the contract.
- by Chris O'Keefe
‘Can’t have another Molly’: NSW says ‘all options’ are on the table on domestic violence
The NSW government has left the door open to a royal commission ahead of a crucial meeting of cabinet on violence against women and children.
- by Michael McGowan
‘No blank cheques’: Clare ties extra school funding to help for disadvantaged students
NSW and Victoria claim that onerous reporting conditions tied to the proposed 2.5 per cent funding increase will only add to pressures on teachers.
- by Angus Thompson
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‘Shortchanging kids’: States demand extra $12b in united front over schools
States are accusing the federal government of shortchanging students as they seek a 5 per cent increase in school funding from the Commonwealth.
- by Angus Thompson and Natassia Chrysanthos
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Education
The winners in radical shake-up of opportunity classes at Sydney schools
Lindfield East and Maroubra Junction Public are among the schools gaining new classes for gifted students, while others will have their OC intakes halved.
- by Lucy Carroll and Nigel Gladstone
Every school in NSW to offer gifted education programs
High potential and gifted education is available in only half the state’s schools, but Education Minister Prue Car plans to change that.
- by Daniella White and Lucy Carroll
‘Not a place for political activism’: Education minister slams teachers for pro-Palestinian stance
Deputy Premier Prue Car has criticised teachers for wearing the Palestinian scarf in schools, saying classrooms are not places for political activism.
- by Michael McGowan and Christopher Harris
The ‘Bondi Beach of the west’? New swimming spot confirmed for Penrith
One day in 2020, Penrith was the hottest place on earth. Now a new swimming spot is officially due to open – just in time for summer.
- by Anthony Segaert
We’ve listed every school getting an upgrade. Others weren’t so lucky
Search our database to see which schools have benefited from a funding injection.
- by Christopher Harris
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