NSW to put strict caps on screen time in classrooms while pushing for ‘pen and paper’ learning

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Screen limits will become mandatory in NSW schools from 2028 as federal education minister says students may need a ‘digital detox’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastThe New South Wales government has announced it will implement limits on screen time in public school classrooms and push for students to take part in daily “pen and paper” learning.The state’s new regulations follow a similar announcement from the Victori