The Hon Jason Clare MP
- Minister for Education
The Hon Jason Clare MP was sworn in as Minister for Education on 1 June 2022.
Content published on this site relates to the Minister’s responsibilities within the Education portfolio.
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Giving more people a crack at uni with FEE-FREE uni-ready courses
The Albanese Labor Government will deliver 8,600 FEE-FREE Uni Ready places in 2025 to help more Australians get to university.
Landmark review of R&D system to unlock growth
The Albanese government is announcing details of its landmark review of Australia’s research and development performance to help power economic growth.
National Association of Enabling Educators of Australia Conference
I start by acknowledging the Traditional Owners of the land on which the conference is taking place and pay my respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Fiona Nash reappointed as Regional Education Commissioner
Today I announce Fiona Nash will be reappointed to the role of Australia’s Regional Education Commissioner for a further two years.
National Student Ombudsman announced
The Albanese Government has tonight passed legislation to establish an independent National Student Ombudsman to investigate student complaints and resolve disputes with universities.
Doorstop - Parliament House
SUBJECTS: Education reforms passing the Parliament; 15 per cent pay rise for early educators; Public school funding; Wiping $3 billion of student debt; Cheaper Child Care; Middle East; Social media…
New Regional University Study Hub for the Pilbara
A new Regional University Study Hub officially opened today at the Ashburton University Study Hub’s Onslow site, bringing university closer in the Pilbara region.
Interview - Today Show
SUBJECTS: Cutting $3 billion in student debt for 3 million Australians; Social media legislation; Nottin’ under Dutton.
15% pay rise for early educators passes Parliament
The Albanese Government has tonight passed legislation through the Parliament to deliver a 15 per cent wage increase for Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) workers.
Legislation to increase funding to public schools passes Parliament
The Albanese Government has tonight passed legislation through Parliament to increase funding for public schools.
Legislation passes to wipe $3 billion of student debt for 3 million Australians
Three million Australians will see $3 billion wiped from their student debt after the Albanese Government passed legislation through the Parliament tonight.
Next round of teaching scholarships now open for applications
Students commencing teaching degrees in 2025 can now apply for scholarships worth up to…