Can Australia afford free university?
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Navigating Student Debt and Education Funding in Australia
This chapter opens with a light-hearted story about a dog on a soccer pitch before transitioning to a serious discussion on student debt in Australia. It examines government proposals to alleviate student financial burdens, perspectives on free university education, and the potential impact of these changes on society and the economy. Through various viewpoints, the chapter interrogates the intricacies of education funding, affordability, and the responsibility of taxpayers in shaping future access to higher education.
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