Australia's Coalition proposes curriculum changes focusing on national pride
2026-09-25
Shadow education minister Julian Leeser unveiled a curriculum proposal that would prioritize "national pride" and "Western values." The plan also suggests reducing content related to First Nations peoples, sustainability, and Australia's engagement with Asia.
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Australia's Coalition, via shadow education minister Julian Leeser, has proposed curriculum changes prioritizing "national pride" and "Western values." The proposal also suggests reducing content related to First Nations peoples, sustainability, and Australia's engagement with Asia.
Key facts
- Australia's Coalition has proposed changes to the national curriculum.
- The proposed changes emphasize "national pride" and "Western values."
- The plan suggests reducing content related to First Nations peoples.
- The proposal also includes decreasing the focus on sustainability and Australia's engagement with Asian nations.
Source: Guardian · Tech policy
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