As a Labor Government, we will always back people's aspiration for secure, well-paid jobs. Education is key to that - and the single most powerful cause for good in this country.

From child care to school to university or TAFE, we are supporting the next generation of Australians to reach their dreams.

By investing in skills, schools, and student support, the Albanese Government is creating opportunities for the next generation while building a stronger, fairer Australia.

Secure Jobs, Better Pay

After a decade of the Liberal and Nationals in government deliberately keeping wages low, our Labor Government is getting wages moving again.

• We've supported back-to-back increases in the minimum wage, and we've delivered an historic 15 per cent pay rise for aged care workers. 
• We've taken the gender pay gap to a record low.
• We've banned pay secrecy clauses.
• We've made deliberate wage theft a crime.
• We've legislated our 'same job, same pay' protections for labour hire workers.
• We are seeing wages grow at a higher rate than inflation.
• And we've made it easier for casuals workers to become permanent if they want to.

Cheaper Child Care: The Best Start in Life

Early childhood education is good for children, good for families, and good for Australia. That’s why we’ve made child care cheaper for over 1 million Australian families.

• Support for Parents: Affordable child care helps parents—especially mums—return to work if they choose to.
• A Head Start for Children: Every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and early education sets the foundation for a lifetime of learning.

World-Class Schools for Every Child

Education changes lives. And we believe every child should get the life-changing opportunity of a great school education.

The Albanese Government is committed to building a better, fairer education system that leaves no one behind:

• Fair Funding: We’re working with states and territories to ensure all public schools receive full and fair funding.
• Targeted Reforms: Increased funding will support initiatives to help students catch up, stay on track, and succeed.

Relief for Students: Reducing Financial Barriers

Labor will always invest in education because we know it changes lives.

Higher education should be accessible and affordable for all Australians. That’s why we’re delivering:

• Student Debt Relief: By wiping $3 billion in student debt and changing HELP loan indexation, we’re easing the burden on over 3 million Australians.
• Support for Future Professionals: Nurses, midwives, teachers, and social workers will receive payments to help them during compulsory placements, ensuring they can complete their studies without financial stress.

Investing in Skills and Training

Whether it’s carpenters or chefs, plumbers or bricklayers – Australia needs more skilled workers, and the Albanese Government is delivering.

• Fee-Free TAFE: We’ve already helped 350,000 students enrol in fee-free TAFE, The scheme was so popular that we’ve made an additional 320,000 places available.
• Jobs and Skills Australia: This national body is ensuring training aligns with employer needs, so Australians can secure well-paid, in-demand jobs.