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Australia can’t afford not to protect investment in tertiary education

4 April 2021

The Age: Australia’s investment in tertiary education, and the benefits it delivers, is at risk because of the pandemic.

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Opinion

Stepping up: New report maps preschool policies & progress in Australia

17 February 2021

In the context of persistent educational inequality, this report explores preschool policies, enrolments and costs around Australia, finding reform is urgently needed.

2021 is the year Australia’s international student crisis really bites

14 January 2021

The Conversation: While much of the economy is in post-pandemic recovery, the international education sector continues to decline and is yet to reach its lowest point.

Australia's Gender Health Tracker

22 December 2020

Australia's Gender Health Tracker highlights how women's and men’s health needs are different. Policies and services must recognise gender as a significant factor in health risk and outcomes.