WHAT WAS CLAIMED
Only 13% of young adults in regional Australia have a university degree.
OUR VERDICT
False. About 27% of young adults living in regional and remote areas have a university degree or above.
Federal Labor politicians have claimed that only 13% of people in regional areas aged in their late 20s and early 30s have a university degree.
Three Labor figures have repeatedly used the percentage to highlight the education gap between rural and urban areas and justify investment in new regional university hubs.
Subscribe for unlimited access
A Mandarin Premium subscription gives you access to all articles, webinars, discounted early-bird event invites and more.
INTRO OFFER - 40% OFF
ANNUAL $440$264
Save 40% on premium access for new accounts.
Just $22/month for your first year.
Renews at $440/year until cancelled.
MONTHLY $44
Unlimited access for just $10 per week. Cancel anytime.
Any feedback or news tips? Here’s where to contact the relevant team.