Parents struggle as schools tech up and other top stories.

• Parents struggle as schools tech up

  

  Parents are struggling to pay for equipment vital to their kids' educationThere are fears parents in many central Victorian communities are struggling to pay for iPads, netbooks and other electrical devices critical in today’s classrooms.Research shows parents are struggling with the growing burden to buy devices that can cost up to $1200 per child.Nearly half of school parents felt they weren’t getting value for money, and a quarter admitted buying an unsuitable device in the past, according to..

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• Station gets upgrade

  

  Castlemaine Railway Station is getting a facelift this month to improve safety and access.All aboard: Sharon Telford (left), Jason Taylor and Lorraine Le Plastrier with Maree Edwards (right) at Castlemaine Station. Picture: CONTRIBUTEDWork is set to commence on a $100,000 upgrade to the Castlemaine Railway Station this month.The works will focus on improving pedestrian safety and include construction of a raised pedestrian crossing, kerbing and additional street lighting.Member for Bendigo West ..

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