Tag: education costs


  • Catholic School Fees Rise in Melbourne: Family Pressure

    Catholic School Fees Rise in Melbourne: Family Pressure

    Rising Costs Reach Melbourne’s Catholic Schools Families with students across Melbourne are bracing for significant increases in Catholic school fees next year, with some institutions signaling rises of up to 20 per cent. The announcements come as households grapple with the broader cost-of-living pressures, making education a central area of budget re-evaluation for many parents.…

  • Melbourne Private School Fees Rise: Families Face Higher Tuition

    Melbourne Private School Fees Rise: Families Face Higher Tuition

    Key takeaways for Melbourne families Private schools across Melbourne are pushing tuition fees higher for the 2025 academic year, with some institutions increasing charges by more than the rate of inflation. For many households, the jump translates into thousands of dollars more each year, raising questions about affordability, access, and the long-term value of a…

  • Budget 2026: €10 Social Welfare Rise and Key Measures

    Budget 2026: €10 Social Welfare Rise and Key Measures

    Overview: A €10 boost for social welfare The long-awaited Budget 2026 is set to be unveiled, with government officials signaling a cautious approach amid uncertain economic winds. The headline change confirmed ahead of the address is a €10 weekly increase across all social welfare payments, including the state pension. This marks a more gradual rise…