A student-centred approach: Understanding higher education pathways through co-design

Education, Regional Rural and Remote Areas, Report

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This paper from the National Centre for Student Equity in Higher Education summarises findings and recommendations from a study on barriers and motivations for rural, regional, and remote Australian students in accessing post-secondary education. The study highlights the need for a participatory and collaborative approach to address the lower engagement rates in these areas.

Australian Early Development Census national report 2021: Early childhood development in Australia

Education, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD), Early years, Children, Regional Rural and Remote Areas, Child Care, Child Development

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The Department of Education, Skills and Employment has released the latest report on the early childhood development of Australian children. Using data from The Australian Early Development Census 2021 the report also discusses equity trends and the early impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

In-Home Care evaluation report

Education, Early years, Regional Rural and Remote Areas, Report

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This report from the Australian Institute for Family Studies evaluates the In-Home Care program, which aimed to support early childhood education and care for specific cohorts. It finds that while the program reached its target groups, a shortage of qualified educators hindered its ability to meet demand, posing financial viability concerns. These findings highlight the need for addressing educator shortages to ensure the program's effectiveness and sustainability.

Vocational education and training in regional, rural and remote Australia

Education, Regional Rural and Remote Areas, Report

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This report by Jobs and Skills Australia analyses vocational education and training (VET) access and outcomes in regional, rural, and remote Australia. It highlights the influence of local conditions on VET provision, higher engagement in lower-level qualifications in non-metropolitan areas, and consistent student satisfaction across regions. Valuable for practitioners in the VET sector.

‘You going to uni?’ Exploring how people from regional, rural and remote areas navigate into and through higher education

Education, Report, Student Wellbeing, Regional Rural and Remote Areas, Report

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The National Centre for Student Equity in Higher Education at Curtin University and the University of Wollongong have released this report investigating risks to university completion for students from regional, rural and remote locations of Australia. Drawing on interviews and surveys with university students, the study found that key enablers of university completion included individual strengths and qualities, strong networks of support from family and community, and belongingness and connectedness.