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Dr Monique Ryan MP: Simple HECS fix would save students billions

Today, students across Australia will see their HECS debts rise again, by a total of over $1 billion, in another clear sign that Australia’s student debt repayment system is fundamentally broken. Dr Monique Ryan MP, Independent Member for Kooyong, said the annual increase highlights the urgent need for structural reform.  “Young Australians are already under…

Greens say Government ignoring alternatives

The Australian Greens have rejected the Prime Minister’s claims that his government has ‘no alternative’ to cruel budget measures that will push more Australians into poverty. Tony Abbott’s comments on radio this morning show a deep level of disrespect for the hundreds of thousands of Australians, particularly students, young people and single parents who will…