27/04/2025
391,000 young Australians juggle caring responsibilities alongside school, university, or vocational training.
Many struggle academically, are more likely to drop out, and face long-term financial insecurity.
We call for:
- An increase in the bursary amount from $3,768 to $4,500 per recipient to reflect rising costs.
- Doubling the number of bursaries from 1,592 to 3,500 to meet demand and ensure more young carers can access education without financial hardship.
This election, Carers Australia wants a commitment to five election asks to improve carers’ financial security, employment opportunities, and wellbeing.
Carers Can’t Quit, let's give them a better deal. It’s time for action.
Learn more https://www.carersaustralia.com.au/federal-election-carers-cant-quit/