New research shows students and working holidaymakers have returned to “non-private” housing,but more is needed to ward off a lagging economy.
A crackdown on dormant Vocational Education and Training organisations that haven’t provided training for extended periods is one measure being considered by Skills Minister Brendan O’Connor has signalled after the boom in the number of “ghost colleges” in the VET sector.
The journey of a student we’ll call Priyanka is based on a detailed account from a migration agent who described the typical process,based on real cases they had seen.
A months-long investigation visited schools throughout the city but had trouble finding students.
Experts warn funding cuts have led to the rise of universities operating like corporations instead of public institutions. What spiky ideas can fix the sector?
Encouraging families to rent their spare rooms to students tax-free has been raised as an option to relieve housing stress by members of a high-level panel.
During the pandemic,the government allowed international students to work as many hours as they liked. Now they are restricted to 48 hours a fortnight.
This weekend,international students had to return to Australia to finish their studies – but Sydney is ill-equipped to deal with the largest influx in the country.
Early learning providers say childcare shortages have been exacerbated by two Albanese government policies designed to slash costs and improve workforce quality.
Lawyers and student advocates warn that corporate housing providers are avoiding tough laws designed to protect renters.
Industry leaders say July 1 is too soon to reintroduce student visa work restrictions