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Altona parents fearful after rain uncovers asbestos at school playground

PARENTS have raised concerns about asbestos uncovered by recent rain on Altona Primary School oval,  which is  expected to be removed while children are...

Schools still in doubt over Gonski

EVERY government school in the western suburbs would benefit from the federal government’s National Plan for School Improvement, according to figures released by Labor....

School choices a primary concern

Choosing a child's primary school is a big decision, but once secondary school time rolls around chances are the decision will be made with...

School choices a primary concern

Choosing a child's primary school is a big decision, but once secondary school time rolls around chances are the decision will be made with...

Standing up to schoolyard bullies

Schoolyard bullying is nothing new. Taunts, exclusion and unprovoked physical aggression have made young lives miserable for centuries. So why is it such an...

Standing up to schoolyard bullies

Schoolyard bullying is nothing new. Taunts, exclusion and unprovoked physical aggression have made young lives miserable for centuries. So why is it such an...

Spring Carnival comes to Spotswood

WITH preparations in full swing for Tuesday's Melbourne Cup, an old hero continues to pull in big crowds. It's 20 years since Subzero won the...

Migrants to feel the pain of TAFE’s unkindest cuts

EDUCATION experts fear massive fee increases for English as a second language (ESL) courses at Victoria University will be beyond the reach of many...

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Crusaders big back end

It is a much needed break for the Western Crusaders in the Gridiron Victoria senior division competitions. With the Melbourne Cup, the division 1 Vic...