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Federal Budget an important step towards what’s possible

Full funding for public schools in Central Australia is a small but vital step towards the federal Labor government’s promise to reach full funding for every school across the nation. Until that happens, the underfunding of our public schools remains “a national shame”.

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Still voting for an Education State

AEU members helped shape the debate on education, taking part in grassroots action and building momentum for positive change as part of our state election campaign.

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Public education: the great instrument

When it comes to government funding, the divide between public and private schools has become a flashpoint. JEFF SPARROW looks at how we got here.

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State budget invests in schools and kinder, but misses the mark with TAFE

The Australian Education Union has welcomed new investment in public schools and preschools announced by the Victorian government today, but is disappointed with the failure to adequately address TAFE funding.