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A new ‘prac payment’ has just kicked in. But it ignores many uni students

A new ‘prac payment’ has just kicked in. But it ignores many uni students

On Tuesday, some Australian university students got access to a new payment. The Commonwealth Prac Payment is available to eligible teaching, nursing, midwifery and social work students. It will provide A$331.65 a week during compulsory professional placements, to help with living and study expenses. This could include travel, accommodation, uniforms and lost income from other employment. But […] … learn more→