Victoria's Education Minister seeks 25% federal funding increase for public schools.

Victoria's Education Minister, Ben Carroll, is requesting an extra $600 million annually from the federal government for public schools amid ongoing funding negotiations. Currently, states contribute 75% under the Schooling Resource Standard, while the federal government contributes 20%. Carroll criticized the disproportionate funding of private schools and rejected a federal offer of $360 million per year, seeking a full 25% contribution instead. Negotiations continue.

September 15, 2024
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