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New regulator to support student and staff safety in higher education

Higher education providers have a unique opportunity to drive cultural change and create spaces where everyone feels safe and empowered to learn and thrive.

Consultation paper aims to strengthen higher education regulation

The department has released a consultation paper inviting views about the future regulation of the Australian higher education sector to ensure it aligns with government and community expectations.

3 September 2025

Tertiary Access Payment available for gap year students

First-year tertiary students who have taken one or more gap years are now eligible to apply for the Tertiary Access Payment.