ACT NAPLAN scores stagnant despite education reforms

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1. ACT NAPLAN scores remain stagnant despite Strong Foundations reforms

   ACT NAPLAN scores have remained stagnant despite the Strong Foundations education reforms, with the Education Directorate saying it will take years to see the impact of those changes.

   canberratimes.com.au

2. Rachel, let go of Health and give Marisa a chance

   New Health Minister Dr Marisa Paterson's authority is limited as Deputy Chief Minister Rachel Stephen-Smith has retained 'health infrastructure', raising questions about the division of responsibility in the health portfolio.

   citynews.com.au

3. How a ‘village’ brought bushland back from the brink

   A 17-hectare remnant bushland patch in O'Connor has been restored from the brink by hundreds of volunteers working together as a community effort.

   citynews.com.au

4. ACT Ombudsman apologises to company for two-year delay in investigation

   The ACT Ombudsman has apologised to a company for a two-year delay in investigating a complaint, with the company director estimating it could have saved taxpayers $800,000.

   canberratimes.com.au

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