Taking PD support to the next level
The Educator speaks to Danny Pinchas, AITSL’s general manager of teaching and school leadership, to see how the Institute is supporting principals in 2018
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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How principals can benefit from a leadership coach
When faced with major changes on the personal front, a life coach can make all the difference – so as a busy principal, why not work with a leadership coach?
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Classes running smoothly since phone ban, says principal
One school’s students recently were asked to lock away their smartphones until the end of the school day – and so far, the plan seems to be working
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School becomes first to be recognised for gender equity
The Educator speaks to the principal of the only school in Australia to be given the gender equity nod by the Australian Government’s Workplace Gender Equality Agency
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Upcoming state election a silver lining for principals
Both major political parties in Tasmania have unveiled support packages for the state’s schools – and it could not have come at a better time
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How principals should handle sexual harassment claims
A legal expert explains how principals can navigate issues around sexual harassment to protect not only their staff members, but their school as well
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Major changes to HSC announced
NSW Education Minister Rob Stokes has announced major changes to the minimum standard of the Higher School Certificate
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Principal induction conference kicks off
Newly minted principals are in Sydney attending a three-day conference as part of the NSW Government’s new school leadership strategy
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Private school rocked by drug tragedy
Several students are fighting for their lives after a suspected drug overdose at a private school
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Exclusive: Finland’s principals 'suffering hugely'
Finland is a beacon of inspiration for education systems the world over, but the country’s principals are struggling