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There’s a Tasmanian fix for Australia’s failing schools

There’s a Tasmanian fix for Australia’s failing schools

The trial is grouping schools together under shared leadership, drawing on reforms that have transformed education in England.

02.07.2026 10

Financial Review

Jordana Hunter

On a typical school day, 11% of students are absent. How can Australia fix this?

A new report details how student absences are changing post-pandemic. It also shows how Australia can look to England for ideas on what to do.

10.12.2025 20

The Conversation

Jordana Hunter

The real education crisis is just beginning

28.08.2025 10

The Examiner

Jordana Hunter

The real education crisis is just beginning

28.08.2025 20

Canberra Times

Jordana Hunter

The Productivity Commission is only half right about AI in classrooms

Relying on generative AI for lesson planning could make the challenge of delivering a quality education even bigger.

12.08.2025 10

Financial Review

Jordana Hunter

Beyond the shock: 3 ways the ACT can lift these worrying NAPLAN scores

29.07.2025 20

Canberra Times

Jordana Hunter

Why Aussie kids can’t do basic maths

Australia fails to equip teachers with the resources or training they need. That’s unfair on teachers and their students.

13.04.2025 10

Financial Review

Jordana Hunter