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‘No evidence’ to support increased focus on STEM skills

The national focus on improving Australian students’ STEM skills could lead to more people graduating with degrees they may never use, a Curtin University labour market expert has warned.

Bethany Hiatt

Show them the moneyCommentsPremiumWA urged to pay early childhood educators like teachers

With mounting support for structured early learning, and in the wake of a deal between the Victorian Government and education union, advocates say now is time for WA to tackle low wages in the sector.

Kate Emery

Cultural shiftVideoCommentsPremiumOut of office employees the workplace of the future

Three-quarters of employers now offer flexible hours in a work-life ‘industrial revolution to help more Australians juggle work and family life — but men are still pocketing a ‘blokes’ bonus’.

Natasha Bita, Rhianna Mitchell and Kate Purnell

Good times rollCamera IconPremiumMeelup beach takeover as Leavers festivities roll on

Up to 5000 Leavers took to Meelup today as the popular beach was closed to the public for day three celebrations of the week long event. SEE ALL THE IMAGES FROM DAY THREE.

Kelsey Reid & Rangi Hirini

PARENTING EXPERTCommentsPremiumDent backs parents in push for pre-school rule changes

Parenting expert Maggie Dent has joined parents, experts and academics in a bid to change ‘inflexible’ rules around WA’s school starting age, amid concerns some children may not be ready.

Rhianna Mitchell

Never say neverPremiumShift from beauty to building proves smart move

Being pidgeon-holed by her appearance and gender put award-winning apprentice Monique Juratovac on the path to a whole new career.

Kim Macdonald

New lookVideoWhy is this Dockers star sporting different colours?

These aren’t the colours we’re used to seeing Fremantle young gun Caleb Serong in - but don’t fear Dockers fans - he’s not leaving.

Crunching the numbersCommentsPremiumWA universities fighting the impact of COVID-19

One WA university deputy vice-chancellor said their institution was in a ‘better position’ compared to others around the country because it had relied less on international students.

Sarah Ison

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The West Australian exclusive
Extra investmentCommentsPremium
The West Australian exclusive
ECU bucks COVID trend by doubling research spend

Edith Cowan University is bucking the trend with research spend, doubling its current investment despite the impact of COVID-19 and sweeping cuts at other universities.

Sarah Ison

PICTURE GALLERYCamera IconPremiumDunsborough teens party hard on first night of leavers

They lined up for hours to register for Dunsborough’s COVID-safe Leavers event and it was all worthwhile as the graduating class of 2020 partied well into the night. SEE THE PICTURES

Kelsey Reid

PHOTO GALLERYCamera IconPremiumSchool’s out for 2020 Leavers descending on Dunsborough

They dodged the worst of the disruption to their final school year and now WA’s class of 2020 are Australia’s only school leavers to get to celebrate at an official event. SEE THE IMAGES

Catherine Massey and Kelsey Reid

Party timeVideoCommentsPremiumWA schoolies flood SW for Leavers 2020

Dunsborough is beginning to heave with revellers, as the first of the 2020 leavers hit the coastal town.

Jackson Barrett

MUST-READ REPORTCommentsPremiumIs Murdoch University still a class act?

From a vice-chancellor resigning in disgrace, to the university suing one of its own academics and taking all its learning online this year, Murdoch University is now struggling to make a mark.

Bethany Hiatt

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The West Australian exclusive
School’s outCommentsPremium
The West Australian exclusive
Parents reveal safety fears for their kids at Leavers

New research has revealed what worries 90 per cent of parents of Year 12 students in WA ahead of the annual celebrations.

Angela Pownall

New campaignCommentsPremiumIndigenous students urged to apply for uni

Mitchell Paddick had never considered going to university until his favourite Year 12 teacher told him he would also make a great teacher.

Bethany Hiatt

Bling thingsPremiumWA power couple’s daycare empire not just child’s play

INSIDER: ‘People think we are showing off, or we should be a bit more private. But I think no, we should be an inspiration to others — if you work hard, these are things you can have.’

Krystal Sanders

NAIDOC WeekNAIDOC Week celebrated at Manjimup PS

Week long of activities celebrate NAIDOC Week at Manjimup Primary School.

Tari Jeffers

opinion
opinion
Words of wisdomCommentsPremium
opinion
What I would have told my year 12 self

Jenna Clarke hates being that 30-something self-important schmuck who thinks she has wisdom to impart. But she’s got some sage advice — and encouragement — for our future leaders and 2020 leavers.

Jenna Clarke

Jenna ClarkeAssistant Editor

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The West Australian exclusive
‘Serious incident’Premium
The West Australian exclusive
NW teacher ‘fired gun to scare students at his home’

Victor Roy Lundy was sacked from his job at East Kimberley College in Kununurra after the alleged incident in February.

Bethany Hiatt & Taylar Amonini

Bright mindsCommentsPremiumBroome brainiacs flourish

The two students topped their cohorts at Broome Senior High School and St Mary’s College.

Jakeb Waddell

‘Important example’PremiumElite SW school principal’s praise for brave victim

The principal of a private Bunbury school at the centre of claims a 12-year-old boy was indecently assaulted in the school’s boarding house has praised the student for his courage.

Bethany Hiatt

New revelationsCommentsPremiumCountry unis better for student jobs than city campuses

Students at regional universities are more likely to land a job than graduates from prestigious ‘sandstone’ institutions, with two Perth unis among the worst-performing in Australia for job outcomes.

Natasha Bita

EducationNSW budget focus turns to mental health

The NSW government has committed $46.8 million in funding to extend its school nurse program and $6 million for tackling suicide at a community level.

Gus McCubbing and Nick Brown

investigation
investigation
Childcare at a crossroadsCommentsPremium
investigation
How WA’s ‘dire’ childcare shortage can be fixed

As daycare fees in WA rise yet again, The West Australian speaks to parents, childcare centre owners and industry experts about the areas ripe for reform.

Rhianna Mitchell & Kate Emery

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