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Non-government schools, including faith-based schools, make up an important part of our nation's educational landscape. Recent developments have highlighted the need for reform to ensure taxpayer funding is spent responsibly and directed towards its intended purpose: supporting student learning, educational outcomes, and the needs of school communities. Read full details here: IEU Speaks on the need for greater funding transparency The IEU is calling for stronger transparency and accountability in the use of public funding by non-government schools. Every public dollar invested in education should be accountable and focused on delivering the best possible outcomes for students.

At a time when digital proficiency and equitable access are indispensable for modern education and employment, digital education must be effective, inclusive and accessible for all students. Governments and employers must ensure that schools, particularly in remote and regional communities and those serving First Nations and disadvantaged students, have the resources and time to deliver high-quality information and communication technology (ICT) skills to all students. Read about the findings of the latest national technology literacy results and the need for support for teachers to address the decline in digital proficiency amongst students: IEU Speaks on declining digital literacy standards Achieving equitable [...]