Universities Australia calls for student concessions as living costs soar

What happened

The peak body for Australia’s universities says students are facing steep increases in the cost of everyday essentials, with rents, groceries, utilities and fuel all rising significantly since 2021.

Why it may matter

• This is time-bound — there is an application or deadline involved, so check the dates before they pass.
• More places or more money than before.
• Useful if you are trying to get into university or study abroad.