With innovative projects ranging from biodegradable plastics to clean energy solutions, these remarkable teenagers are not only redefining the possibilities of science at a young age but also challenging global issues with creativity and conscience.

Children continue to face emotional, physical and sexual abuse in their homes, schools and communities.

If you feel your toy cupboard is looking overly familiar, try a local Toy Library to borrow puzzles, board games and activities.

Google’s Family Link accounts allow parents to control access to content and apps, such as YouTube.

The deal ensures that all public and state schools in Queensland will be on a path to full and fair funding, marking a key milestone in the nationwide Better and Fairer Schools Agreement.

Research shows speaking more than one language doesn’t hinder a child’s academic progress – in fact, it can even help.

Every three years since 2004, a national sample of Year 6 and Year 10 students are assessed on their civics knowledge, skills and attitudes through a national test.

Safety concerns, particularly around travel to and from school, or being home after school without a parent, often drive this decision.

Some victims are too young to understand the implications, while others fear consequences if they refuse.

AFP Commander Helen Schneider warned that young people might not realise creating AI-based content featuring classmates could amount to a criminal offence.