Albanese Launches Election Campaign with Education and Economic Focus

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledges fee-free TAFE places and student debt relief as part of his re-election strategy.

Anthony Albanese has announced a commitment to 100,000 fee-free TAFE places annually, starting from 2027, as part of Labor's election platform.
The Prime Minister also promises to cut student debts by 20% and raise the income threshold for HELP loan repayments if re-elected.
Albanese declared the inflation crisis over, citing a drop from over 6% to under 3% during his tenure, and emphasized economic management as a key achievement.
The campaign slogan 'Building Australia’s Future' was unveiled, highlighting a focus on education and economic stability.
The opposition criticized the government’s plans as a 'cash splash' to win votes, questioning the funding sources for these initiatives.