$2.9 billion annual funding shortfall
Both the federal and state governments have chronically underfunded public schools. In 2002 an inter-governmental taskforce established that public schools need another $2.9 billion ($2.4 billion in 2002 plus indexation) per annum to meet the National Goals of Schooling.
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Politicians reminded to protect workers’ rights
As the federal election approaches, events like the April 22 rally and concert remind all sides of politics workers want their industrial rights protected, writes MAREE O’HALLORAN.
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ALP maintains priority commitment to public education
The Labor Party restated that public education is a priority commitment at the ALP’s National Conference.
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Labor outlines new industrial relations policy
Compared to WorkChoices, the ALP’s new industrial policy is extremely positive, writes BRENDA SEYMOUR.
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New Minister and Director-General take over
Education in NSW has two new people at the helm following the state election.
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