NSW Education Minister Prue Car urges HSC students to prepare for exams

New South Wales Education Minister Prue Car addressed the HSC Class of 2026, encouraging roughly 80,000 students to review their achievements and maintain balance ahead of the final examinations. She highlighted the role of teachers, the importance of sleep, nutrition and breaks, and reminded students that the HSC is a stepping‑stone toward further study, trade, travel or work. The accompanying study guide features tips from recent graduates and current HSC markers, and showcases the 2026 artwork “Whispers of my Ancestors: Strong and Proud” by Jamie Eastwood, commissioned by Cherrybrook Technology High School.