Back to School

The summer holidays seem to fly by, and just like that, the school year swings back into session across Australia from late January to early February!

• NSW – Most schools hit the books Monday, 2 Feb, while the far west goes back Monday, 9 Feb
• QLD – Queenslanders return Tuesday, 27 Jan
• VIC – Sharpen those pencils for Wednesday, 28 Jan
• SA – Lessons are underway on Tuesday, 27 Jan
• WA – Roll call begins Monday, 2 Feb
• ACT – New students start Friday, 30 Jan; everyone else follows on Monday, 2 Feb
• TAS – Tassie students head back Thursday, 5 Feb
• NT – Class is in session from Wednesday, 28 Jan

If back to school shopping is starting to feel like a full-time job, don’t worry – we’re here to lighten the load! Whether it’s student devices or accessories, find (almost) everything you need online or in-store at Harvey Norman.

New year, new gear! With a little planning, you can breeze through your back-to-school checklist at Harvey Norman. From primary through to tertiary, here are the top supplies every student needs:

• A tablet or laptop, depending on the school’s BYOD requirements
• Kid-friendly phone or smart watch for the school run and check-ins
• Sturdy school bag built for books and brain food
• Personalised lunch box and drink bottle to help avoid mix-ups

• A laptop or 2-in-1 to keep up with back-to-back classes and homework
• USB and external hard drive for backing up essays and assignments
• Comfortable, durable headphones to help stay in the study zone

• A lightweight laptop that won’t weigh you down between lectures
• Tough laptop bag and wireless mouse for portable productivity
• Noise-cancelling headphones that block out distractions for full focus

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) is a school policy that lets students use their own tech to support learning in class. It’s now standard in many schools across Australia, though requirements can vary – some provide a list of approved devices, others specify minimum specs.

Our Student Devices range makes it easy to find exactly what you need:

• Student Laptops – The go-to for taking notes, researching, or tackling assignments.
• Student 2 in 1 Laptops – Part laptop and tablet – switch from type to swipe in seconds.
• Student Chromebooks – Lightweight, fast, and perfect for getting things done online.
• Student Apple MacBooks – Power meets performance for editing, designing, or coding.
• Student Tablets– A compact, versatile study buddy that fits in your bag.
• Student iPads – Handy for jotting down notes, creative tasks, and learning with apps.
• Student Phones – Stay on top of your timetable, group chats, and emails.

Whether it’s spelling tests in primary school or exam season at uni, a well-designed study space sets students up for success, helping them stay focused and engaged.

Get started with these essentials:

• Study Desks – Practical setups with plenty of space for devices and stacks of textbooks.
• Study Chairs – Supportive, ergonomic seating that encourages proper posture during study sessions.
• Printers – Great for assignments, permission slips, and everything in between.
• Monitors – Extra screen space that makes it easier to research, read, and multitask.

Top it off with a desk lamp for bright ideas and smart storage to keep things tidy, and you’ve got a workspace that’s ready for whatever the school year brings.

The earlier, the better! Back-to-school costs can add up, but you don’t have to blow your budget ticking every item off your list. Sale events like Boxing Day offer hot deals on tech and school supplies – especially big-ticket BYOD items like laptops and tablets.

Plus, when you shop at Harvey Norman, you know you’ll get the best prices year-round with our Price Match Guarantee! Enjoy peace of mind knowing we’ll match genuine advertised prices of leading Australian in-store and online retailers.

Start planning your shop now to make the most of the savings and hit the 2026 school year fully prepared!