Victoria limits high school screen time to two hours daily from 2027
Victoria will limit high school students' classroom screen time to two hours daily starting in term 1, 2027, marking a national first. Education Minister Ben Carroll emphasized the need for a shift toward traditional learning methods, stating, 'We want eyes up, screens down.' The initiative aims to improve student behavior and mental health while addressing concerns about excessive technology.
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Published 15 Jun 2026, 07:37 UTC · Updated 15 Jun 2026, 08:00 UTC
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