Initiatives to support First Nations students in the Australian education system have increased after the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum received a 'no' vote on October 14. The Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO), a nationwide independent education evidence body, has ...
More »Warrkamu Yikamartala: Marble Bar Primary School wins on the global stage
Marble Bar Primary School in the Pilbara region of Western Australia is a small school that's winning major global awards for its innovative virtual world experiences and two-way pedagogical approach to STEM disciplines. Marble Bar currently has 13 primary and ...
More »Grants allow Australian schools to access ‘truth telling’ about the Stolen Generations
Schools across the country can now apply for grants of up to $500 to learn about the impact of the Stolen Generations, a part of Australian history that has until recently been written out of the history books. The grants ...
More »Alice Springs Mparntwe Declaration replaces Melbourne Declaration at ‘tense’ Education Council meeting
The Morrison government will prioritise Indigenous students’ education and outcomes after releasing the Alice Springs Declaration on Wednesday. This year's meeting was particularly timely, given Australia's sliding international ranking results and the lack of a silver bullet to address the ...
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