Government announces increased funding for private schools in Budget 2025
Thursday 22 May 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story ACT Party, David Seymour, Nicola Willis, BestStart
Associate Education Minister David Seymour has unveiled $15.7 million in new subsidies for private schools. This represents the first increase in funding for independent schools in 15 years. The move aims to support diversity and choice within the education sector.
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