Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) congratulates Senator the Hon Sarah Henderson on her appointment as Shadow Minister for Education. “IHEA looks forward to working with the new Shadow Minister for…

Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) congratulates and welcomes Mr Tony Cook PSM on his appointment as Secretary of the Department of Education. “IHEA warmly welcomes the appointment of Tony Cook…

Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) notes the recent decision in China in effect fast tracking the return of Chinese international students who remain outside of Australia. “IHEA welcomes moves progressing…

Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) welcomes the enhancement of global recognition for students in Australia and education institutions with the ratification of the UNESCO Global Convention on the Recognition of…

Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) welcomes the opportunity to work with the government and other representatives as a member of the Universities Accord Ministerial Reference Group. Today, Minister for Education,…

Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) welcomes the Government’s announcement outlining the process for progressing the “Universities Accord” higher education review. Tonight, Minister for Education Jason Clare provided details on the…

Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) welcomes the introduction of legislation to the House of Representatives extending the FEE-HELP loan fee exemption until 31 December 2022. "The extension of the FEE-HELP…

Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) notes the skills and training initiatives announced in tonight's Federal Budget, October 2022-23 but calls for additional measures for the higher education sector and students.…

Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) acknowledges today’s release of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) Cost Recovery Implementation Statement, providing information on how TEQSA will implement cost recovery…

Independent Higher Education Australia (IHEA) welcomes today’s announcement of Australian College of Theology (ACT) as Australia’s newest University College. As noted today by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency…