Knocking on strangers’ doors? How to help your kids have a safe Halloween
Check costumes for trip hazards, or masks that obscure vision. And keep little kids within reach.
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2026 Annual Conference ‘Future Thinking’ International Education Association of Australia
2026 Annual Conference ‘Future Thinking’ International Education Association of Australia Fri, 10/30/2026 - 11:36 Karolina Firman Fri, 10/30/2026 - 11:36 Speech Thank you to Hon. Phil Honeywood, CEO of the…
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World Teachers’ Day 2026 – teachers who helped shape who you are
Teachers play a vital role in shaping the people we become. To celebrate World Teachers’ Day this year, we asked 5 educators to ‘tell us about a teacher that helped…
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Infographic: World Teachers' Day 2026 – the lasting impact of teachers
In our annual reader survey, we ask: How did your own teachers have a positive impact on you as a student? How has their influence shaped who you are today?…
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Halloween is typically a massive lolly fest for kids – but it doesn’t have to be
Leave the pillowcase at home. Parents can try giving children a smaller bucket or bag to take trick-or-treating.
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VIDEO: Unfinished and unstoppable: Educating girls for anything
A Melbourne girls’ school with roots stretching back to 1888 is blending rich tradition with a global network, preparing young women to lead confidently in a world of constant change
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World Teachers Day: The long-lasting impact of teachers on our lives
New research reveals a teacher influences the career of nearly one in three Australians
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When a teacher mentors a student, the ripple effect can shape a career
A Charles Sturt student says teacher mentoring and encouragement changed her path — and the national data backs her up
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Peer belonging more important for student resilience than close friendships
Study of 21,000 students points to wider support networks
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Interview - Sunrise
Interview - Sunrise Thu, 10/29/2026 - 11:30 Karolina Firman Thu, 10/29/2026 - 11:30 Transcript MONIQUE WRIGHT, HOST : Well, major changes could be on the way to Australia's classrooms as…
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Teacher Staffroom Episode 81: Hearing from the Teacher community
As we start to turn our minds to the end of this school year, at Teacher, we take the time to invite you to share your feedback with us. Our…
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Creative arts enrolments are dropping for Year 12. Here’s what parents and students should know
National figures show between 2015 and 2023, enrolments fell by 39% in drama and 38% in dance.
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National Schools Science and Engineering 26th Challenge
National Schools Science and Engineering 26th Challenge Wed, 10/28/2026 - 12:36 Dianne Gillinder Wed, 10/28/2026 - 12:36 Speech G’day everyone, I’d like to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land…
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Research news: Peer group belonging and student resilience
Thinking back to your own school years, it’s likely there were key friends you relied on for support. But it’s not just close friends who make a difference. New research…
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How this regional school turned its weakest subject into its strongest
A small WA school went from having no whole-school writing program to topping the South West. Its Deputy Principal tells The Educator how
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Australian International Education Conference 2026
Australian International Education Conference 2026 Tue, 10/27/2026 - 16:15 Dianne Gillinder Tue, 10/27/2026 - 12:57 Speech G’day, I’m sorry I can’t be there in person today. But thank you to…
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Together For Humanity National Youth Summit 2026
Together For Humanity National Youth Summit 2026 Mon, 10/26/2026 - 17:00 Dianne Gillinder Mon, 10/26/2026 - 17:00 Speech G’day everyone, I'd like to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land…
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Year 1 teacher’s idea wins Brisbane Catholic award
A shared signing language is helping students connect in classrooms, playgrounds and assemblies
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The new leader rewriting the Indigenous maths story
A former NT maths teacher takes the helm as First Nations numeracy gains meet persistent gaps
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Australia offers astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg for space mission to International Space Station
Australian of the Year would become the first astronaut in space to qualify under the Australian flag if she embarks on the 2028 mission Get our breaking news email ,…
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Infographic: Why students listen to audiobooks
Research involving over 110,000 children and young people in the UK has revealed that many listened to audiobooks in 2026, saying listening to audiobooks feels like reading and that they…
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Fewer and fewer parents will smack their children – but it’s still legal. Should that change?
Some might worry prohibiting physical punishment would lead to parents suddenly being convicted of assault,. But data from overseas shows this doesn’t happen.
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The impact of teachers – building student relationships and nurturing potential
At Teacher, we love hearing from our audience about the positive impact their teaching is having on students in their settings. It’s not just teachers and school leaders that we…
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The Hon Ben Carroll MP
The Hon Ben Carroll MP Karolina Firman Thu, 10/22/2026 - 10:57 Roles Premier of Victoria Name only Ben Carroll
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Not enjoying being a parent? You’re not alone. Here’s how to handle this complicated feeling
Enjoying parenting and loving your child are two very different things.
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Laying the groundwork – information literacy in primary schools
Dr Kay Oddone and Kasey L Garrison published research in the Australian Journal of Education that examines when and how information literacy skills are introduced to students. In this article…
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Infographic: Australians' views of the teaching profession
The third annual Australian Beliefs and Attitudes Towards Science survey asked 1,255 adult respondents about their beliefs and attitudes towards science and various professions, including teachers. Here, we share some…
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Teacher’s Bookshelf: Strategies to prepare for a new teaching role
In ‘Teaching Strategies in the 21st Century, Where to Now?’ Dr Loretta Bowshall-Freeman, Dr Rozi Binte Rahmat and Michael Colbung discuss the complex challenges faced by pre-service and early career…
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Six ways to build stronger school-community partnerships – lessons from a Churchill Fellowship
‘Community collaboration does not need to begin with a new program or excursion. Often, the simplest starting point is creating a small, clear role for an organisation within something your…
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Share your feedback in our 2026 reader survey
Our 2026 reader survey opened today! Take a few moments to let us know your feedback on Teacher magazine and what you’d like to see from us in the future.…
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School leadership – shifting culture to build the conditions for learning
‘We are, as our staff and students say, building a culture of excellence where every learner can thrive, and this year we have the data to prove it.’ In today’s…
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What should parents consider when tracking their child’s location?
Location tracking means parents can easily check in on their kids while allowing them more freedom. But there are risks too.
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Teacher Staffroom Episode 80: All things PISA 2025
In case you missed it, the PISA 2025 results were recently released. As is always the case, there is plenty to digest. This month at Teacher, we’ve shared insights from…
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How do I know my child is ready to leave the house on their own?
There is no single right age when children can spend time out with friends unsupervised. This can make it difficult to judge whether they’re ready.
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