Top teacher recognised for increasing STEM engagement
One teacher's creation of an innovative robotics program is leading to higher engagement of Indigenous students in STEM education
Brett Henebery is the editor and lead news reporter of The Educator, one of Australia's leading publications covering K-12 and higher education. Over a decade with the publication, he has built and shaped a portfolio spanning Australia's schools, universities, and the broader APAC education landscape.
With 12 years of editorial experience in education journalism, Brett brings deep sector knowledge to every story he covers. His specialty areas include best-practice teaching, education technology, and education reform — translating complex policy and pedagogical developments into clear, authoritative content for education professionals and school leaders.
Brett's long tenure at The Educator has given him rare insight into the evolving pressures facing Australian educators, from curriculum reform and EdTech adoption to workforce challenges across the sector.
Outside of his editorial work, Brett is an avid traveler and musician — interests that inform a grounded, human perspective in his writing.
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PM announces disability Royal Commission
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a royal commission into disability, days after Treasurer Josh Frydenberg pledged $527m to get it kickstarted
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Calls grow for education department overhaul
There are increasing calls for the Federal Education Department to be completely overhauled and replaced with a Reserve Bank-like body
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Private schools call for ‘strengths-based approach’ to education policy
Australia needs a “compelling national vision” for education, says Australia’s peak body for private schools
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Discovery of rare creature inspires students
The introduction of a mascot recognising an endangered snail species has increased community engagement at a public school in north-west Sydney
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How principals can turn vision into action
A professional learning conference will highlight the importance of vision and voice in setting the learning agenda for educators
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Schools respond to Budget 2019
There has been a mixed reaction from education authorities to the Federal Budget handed down on Tuesday night by Treasurer Josh Frydenberg
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Budget 2019: What it means for schools
The Federal Government has pledged $30m for upgrades to school libraries, classrooms and playground equipment
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How schools can help kids kick-start healthy habits
The Educator looks at how a new hands-on food literacy initiative is helping teachers educate students on the importance of eating fresh fruit and vegetables
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Maths education ‘essential’ to STEM gender equity – expert
Increasing gender equity and diversity in STEM education by 2028 will require “sustained government and industry investment”, an expert has cautioned