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Is Australia prepared for an ageing population?

The COVID-19 pandemic uncovered glaring gaps in healthcare for older people. Now, with an increasingly older population, Australia needs to come to terms with its ageism.

Read the full article produced by Melbourne University, Pursuit. 

Sustainability Incursions

Are you looking for fun ways to educate your class about sustainability?
Empower your students to become sustainable citizens with Earth Crusaders eco incursions - Victorian curriculum aligned ✅
At each incursion, students will make a sustainable item to take home, sparking meaningful conversations about how the whole family can greener habits 🌱

Programs available for Kinder, Primary & Secondary School age groups!

Professional Teacher Association Leaders' Perceived Influence on Education Policy in Australia: A Multiple Case Study 

Who should complete this survey: I am inviting one leader from each professional teacher association (PTA) to complete a short online survey – preferably the President/Chair, or (where applicable) the State/Territory Chapter Leader. If you are not the appropriate person, please forward this email to the most senior leader within your association. Only one response per association is requested.

About the survey (15 minutes):

The first-stage audit survey captures a national snapshot of PTA activities, structures, and perceived influence on education policy. Your association’s perspective will help inform policy development that strengthens the teaching profession and enhances teaching quality.

Participation, privacy and ethics:

Participation is voluntary. You can complete the survey at a time that suits you. At the end, you may indicate interest in a follow-up interview (Stage 2). Your responses will be kept confidential, securely stored, and carefully de-identified in any publications. This study has been approved by the UOW Social Sciences HREC (Ref: 2025/225). Further details are provided in the Participant Information Sheet (linked below) and again at the start of the survey.

Participant Information Sheet: Click HERE.

Seeking Australian Secondary School Teachers for Research on Trauma-Informed Education

About the study:

Monash University is conducting research on how secondary teachers understand and apply trauma-informed practices in their classrooms. We are seeking teachers from different subject areas (e.g., music, maths, art, English, history, health, economics, science, languages, drama, technology, physical education, etc.) to share their experiences. The study aims to inform teacher education, strengthen whole-school approaches to trauma-informed teaching, and improve trauma-informed practice in schools by understanding the unique experiences and needs of teachers in different subject areas.

What is involved?

A 30-45-minute semi-structured interview, held online or by phone, where you will discuss your understanding and use of trauma-informed education in your subject area. Participation is voluntary, and you may skip questions or withdraw at any time before your data are de-identified. You will receive a $50 voucher for your time and effort.

Who can take part?

Australian secondary school teachers currently teaching any designated subject area. The subjects listed above are examples only and are not intended to exclude teachers of other subjects. We are seeking diverse perspectives and are interested to hear from teachers who feel they have limited experience through to a lot of experience using trauma-informed practice in their classrooms.