Fee-Free TAFE is a vital initiative reducing inequities in employment, income, and wellbeing, providing accessible education that supports health, social outcomes, and opportunities for rural, remote, and First Nations learners. While Fee-Free TAFE is a positive step, its full potential can only be realised when paired with additional measures that support student wellbeing and success. […]
ARACY opposes banning social media for under-16s, instead advocating evidence-based, inclusive approaches that protect young people, uphold their rights, and support connection, creativity, mental health, and community—especially for vulnerable youth. Why It Matters:Social media is central to young people’s lives. A ban risks isolation, removes protective platforms, and oversimplifies the causes of youth mental health […]
Poverty has deep, lasting effects on children and young people, often perpetuating cycles of disadvantage that impact society and the economy. Addressing it early is a powerful step toward a fairer, stronger Australia. Social security payments are essential in reducing poverty, and the Australian Government should ensure these payments meet the full needs of children […]
