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Why growth in international student numbers is good news for schools

Schools will benefit from the surge in international student enrolments, Federal Minister for Tourism and International Education, Richard Colbeck, tells The Educator.

Aussie teachers join global innovators forum

The Educator speaks to four Australian teachers who will soon be attending a global forum of innovative educators who are transforming learning in their schools.

School gets new hi-tech assistant to boost digital learning

Meet the newest addition to Our Saviour Lutheran Primary School. She is smart, personable, 58 centimetres tall and powered by a lithium battery.

Pastures are green for education’s $20bn cash cow

A record number of international students are flowing into Australia. The Educator investigates how schools are cashing in.

Union launches $2m Gonski media blitz

A major media blitz is being launched by the Australian Education Union (AEU) calling for the Federal Government to reinstate the full six years of Gonski funding.

‘Deadly’ asbestos in schools prompts call to action

There are calls for a management plan to be put in place to rid schools of potentially deadly asbestos.

The Educator Weekend Wrap: Top school refutes ‘church takeover’ claims, govt probes Safe Schools

Making news this week, a top school responds to ‘incorrect’ claims, Safe Schools is investigated and principals float a plan to prevent burnout.

Opinion: Why I support Safe Schools as a principal

When our senior footballers tell their opponents not to use 'gay' as a derogatory term, we know that the Safe Schools program is having an impact, writes Jim Laussen.

Teacher’s ‘education crisis’ warning goes viral

A teacher’s Facebook post on why she quit the profession has gone viral after she claimed education in Australia was in crisis.

Far Out Friday: 10 absurd school bans

In some schools, using ketchup, wearing a backpack or making a Father’s Day card can get you detention. Inside we take a look at some of the most absurd school bans.