Blame the use of iPads in the lower grades
Readers discuss the NAPLAN tests, including how relevant they really are.
The Age Letters
But the NBN's ads promise great service
Readers discuss the new NBN and why some people are keeping their landlines.
Assisted dying: It's not about religion. It's about the right to choose
Readers were concerned that a distinction be made between who really has a legitimate interest in assisted dying.
The monarchy: Ma'am, it's not about you, we just need to move on
Australia should not have to wait for the inevitable demise of Queen Elizabeth, I find that concept vulgar.
The republic: Shorten wants to lead the party like it's 1999
Readers discuss Bill Shorten's two-stage model of establishing a republic.
Richmond monument: Fitting, moving acknowledgement
Sunday Age readers discuss the merits of a monument to drug victims in Richmond.
So being true-blue is all that matters?
Readers continue to discuss the issue of dual citizenship.
Danger of promoting a particular belief
Readers discuss whether religion should be taught in schools.
Too many holes in Canavan's explanation
Readers discuss dual citizenship, particularly the latest revelation concerning Senator Matt Canavan.
The Murray-Darling: Surely there is technology at hand to fight water theft
The disclosures of something rotten in the state of management of the Murray-Darling has raised the ire of readers.
The needle and the damage: The pathology of addiction is the key
Readers believe there is justification for establishing safe injecting rooms, as well as looking at the wider issues in an addict's behaviour.
Assisted dying: Don't take away right to choose time of death
Readers, in general, endorse the enactment of an assisted dying bill into Victorian law.
Assisted dying: Debate should consider more than the safeguards
Readers discuss the merits of Victoria's proposed assisted dying laws.
My memory of pure unadulterated joy
Readers discuss a range of issues on the role of women in society and the workplace.
An impossible, cruel debt for many students
Readers discuss a range of education issues affecting schools and universities.
High cost of enforcing the law to the letter
Readers discuss dual citizenship and whether this should prevent people from running for parliament.
The PM and the armed men: What is the real message behind the image?
The announcement of a Home Affairs ministry has stirred readers' reactions.
Road rage: Undertaking the problem of aggressive driving
Readers relate their firsthand experiences with road rage, which is becoming a scourge in Victoria.
THE AFL: When a lapse of judgment is really inappropriate
Readers turn their attention to AFL executives and football players in the public eye.
Asylum seekers: Not just humanity, it makes economic sense
Readers discuss the contribution refugees make to the nation.
Kelly's ignorance and lack of balance
Readers continue to discuss pro-coal stance, clean energy and global warming.
Steam train services: what's not to love?
Readers discuss issues relating to the environment, including the proposed surcharge on new cars and the increased power prices.
It's a community asset. Please leave it alone.
Readers discuss the planned redevelopment of the Queen Victoria Market.
Politicians and principles: A binding code of conduct is needed, immediately
Readers, in the main, find it hard to fathom why politicians would not sign up for uniform ethical standards.
The Menzies legacy: In the beginning, it was a party of progressives
Readers discuss what 'liberal' PM Robert Menzies would make of today's political issues.
Missile shield: Building defence system for Australia is just daft
Readers are alarmed, and sceptical, of a missile defence shield for Australia.
Transport: Manners please and let a few more of us in
Readers discuss various aspects of Melbourne's public transport system
For the moment, it is a confected crisis
Readers discuss the situation with North Korea, and how Australia and the world should react to it.
No wonder Tomic is unhappy and 'bored'
Readers discuss a range of issues relating to sport, including violence in football, the cricketers' pay dispute and Bernard Tomic's performance, both on and off the court.
When will the AFL act to stem the thuggery?
Readers criticise often 'sanctioned' violence in football games and call on AFL to stamp it out.