We also recognise that Australia’s geography and demography pose some heavy challenges for regional families. While country schools often provide a rich and productive educational experience, particularly in the early years, access to quality education becomes increasingly difficult for secondary and tertiary students from regional Australia. Students from regional areas are less likely to finish year 12 than their metropolitan counterparts, and are significantly under-represented in tertiary education.
for economic orthodoxy, for example reduction of budget deficits, thrift or a strong currency