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Pedalling to success
09 September 2024
Students from a remote community school have undertaken a spectacular bike journey to one of the Kimberley’s most iconic attractions.
Two WA educators among national teaching award winners
16 September 2024
Two WA public school teachers have been recognised as being among the most inspiring in the country.
WA Education Awards finalists announced
11 September 2024
From schools in the golden fields of the Wheatbelt and red earth of the Pilbara, to bustling metro schools, the finalists for the WA Education Awards 2024 have been announced.
Praise for Paralympians
26 September 2024
The buzz has settled from Paris 2024, but the mark our former public school students left on their sports will remain.
Aspiring Aboriginal teachers win scholarship
19 July 2024
Two Aboriginal educators passionate about making a difference at regional public schools have been awarded a life-changing teaching scholarship.
Native trees teach traditions
17 July 2024
A new nature walk at Broome Senior High School enables students to learn about the rich botanical diversity of the Kimberley region.
Hollywood on the horizon
18 July 2024
One Applecross Senior High School student leaps from the school stage to the silver screen as she makes her acting debut in a film streaming on Netflix.
Tree-mendous outdoor classroom
05 August 2024
Ashdale Primary School students and staff are now seeing the forest for the trees as they unveil an innovative urban greening project.
Dam good career opportunities
30 May 2024
39 Clontarf students have joined the Water Corporation, through apprenticeship, traineeship, and graduate opportunities.
Harvey River fish get a suite deal
05 June 2024
Fish living in the Harvey River recently received an accommodation upgrade.
Public Service Medal for Education Director General
10 June 2024
Director General Lisa Rodgers has been awarded a prestigious Public Service Medal for her extraordinary work undertaken during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cooking up job ready skills
14 June 2024
Students at a remote school in the far northern Kimberley are perfecting their hospitality skills as part of an initiative to provide pathways to employment.
Helping dogs in a ruff spot
24 June 2024
Jason Buchanan, his wife Ainslie, daughter Lyla, and her best friend Nancy, are spearheading a winter collection drive to support the Dogs’ Refuge Home.
Moo-ving into dairy careers
25 June 2024
Students at Coodanup College had a hands-on experience taking care of two calves to learn more about careers in the dairy industry.
Student band wins at WAM awards
01 July 2024
A song written by a local band comprising of four secondary students has received a gong at the recent Western Australian Music (WAM) awards.
Stepping into NAIDOC celebrations
09 July 2024
River Valley Primary School students have put their art and paving skills to the test for their NAIDOC Week, handmaking 77 stepping stones.
Turtle-y awesome rescue by students
15 July 2024
A recent school trip to clean up Binningup Beach took an unexpected turn for three students from Parkfield Primary School.
Age is just a number
14 October 2024
An early childhood teacher has brought aged-care residents into her kindergarten class to encourage mutual enrichment.
Celebrating World Teachers’ Day
25 October 2024
World Teachers’ Day is celebrated across Australia today to thank educators for their unwavering passion and dedication.
Canning Vale's heart of gold
25 September 2024
If acts of kindness were an Olympic sport, Canning Vale Primary School teacher Belinda Johnston would take home the gold medal.
WA Education Awards finalists: Excellence in wellbeing and learning
23 October 2024
Four schools have been recognised for their incredible work and achievements in supporting the wellbeing of students.
Students to travel to Japan for Anzac tour
11 November 2024
Ten students have been selected for a once-in-a-lifetime tour to deepen their understanding of the Anzac legacy.
Championing food security
19 November 2024
Year 9 Geography students at John Forrest Secondary College have again championed the CARAD (Centre for Asylum Seekers, Refugees and Detainees) food security project.
Duchess Down Under
21 November 2024
The Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson, brought books and belly laughs to a lucky Perth primary school as part of her recent promotional book tour.
Prizes for innovative young minds
27 November 2024
Halls Head students who designed a purpose-built “house on wheels” have taken out the Minister’s Innovation Challenge for 2024.
It’s cool to be kind
02 December 2024
Small acts of kindness have taken Goomalling Primary School student Tyrel Glatz all the way to Sydney, where he was the West Australian Junior Ambassador to the Fred Hollows Foundation.
WA students shine on Yale stage
11 December 2024
Three West Australian students excelled at the World Scholars Cup at Yale University last month, picking up a handy haul of medals.
Leaders recognised for public sector excellence
13 December 2024
Former Director General, Lisa Rodgers PSM, has been awarded a prestigious public sector award for being a responsive, passionate, and innovative leader.
Students launch off to destination Mars
24 December 2024
As the school year came to an end, WA’s schools were rushing to leave Earth behind to travel into space by exploring Scitech’s Destination Mars exhibition.
Ready, VET, gold!
19 December 2024
John Curtin College of the Arts (JCCA) has claimed gold in the School Pathways to VET Award at the 2024 Australian Training Awards.