Behind-the-scenes snapshot in our Centenary year
Most parents only see a small fraction of what happens in the Victorian public education system. But behind every policy shift, consultation, support resource or
Investing in Australia’s future
A recently released report from the For Every Child campaign – ‘Investing in Australia’s Future (2025)’ – outlines the reforms and investments needed to make sure every child in every public school can thrive.
Interim funding agreement signed
The Victorian Government has signed an interim bilaterial agreement with the Commonwealth Government, under the Better and Fairer Schools Agreement. This will secure Commonwealth funding
School ‘league tables’ newspaper ad
An advertisement was published in the Age and other Nine newspapers recently, calling on News Limited to stop publishing ‘league tables’ of schools based on
Parents Victoria centenary celebration
Parents Victoria celebrated its 100th birthday with a special lunch on Sunday 30 November. We were joined by representatives of many education organisations, past PV
Media release – celebrating 100 years
Parents Victoria celebrates 100 years of supporting Victorian public school families Today, Parents Victoria proudly marks its centenary — 100 years since the formation of
Gail McHardy in Herald-Sun’s “Top 20”
A recent article in the Herald-Sun “ranks the 20 most influential education figures in Victoria.” Parents Victoria’s CEO Gail McHardy comes in at number 17 on
VIT review – PV media comment
The Herald-Sun reports today on an independent review of the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT), which was released yesterday. The article describes the report as
Support for exams – PV media comment
With the VCE exam season now under way, ABC Radio’s Ali Moore interviewed two guests about how parents can support their children who are sitting
Anti-Bullying Rapid Review – report released
The report of the Federal Government’s Anti-Bullying Rapid Review was released on Saturday 18 October. The report’s major recommendations include: A targeted public awareness campaign
Devices & screen time in primary schools – PV media comment
Education Minister Ben Carroll published a media release today announcing changes to the provision and use of electronic devices in Victorian public primary schools. Due
Camps survey results
In our last issue of Parents Voice we surveyed parents about school camps. Some clear messages emerged from the responses we received: Parents value school
NAPLAN results show inequality
The 2025 NAPLAN results demonstrate huge inequalities in Australia’s education system, according to an analysis by Save Our Schools (SOS). According to the analysis, the
Parents Battle of the Bands
If you have children at a public primary school – here’s an idea that’s much more than just a fundraiser: Parents Battle of the Bands!
Most parents are partners, not problems
Parents Victoria keeps hearing about aggressive parents in schools—and yes, there are a few extreme cases. But let’s not forget: most parents are doing the
Child safety overhaul: PV media comment
Parents Victoria CEO Gail McHardy was interviewed on ABC Radio Statewide Drive yesterday, responding to the State Government’s announcement of an overhaul to the state’s
More options for your child in years 10 to 12
Senior secondary education in Victoria has changed. Join a webinar, hosted by Parents Victoria to learn about the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Vocational Major,
Tea towel fundraiser
Expressions group projects are the perfect feel-good fundraiser for your school, just like a yearbook on a tea towel…
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