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We desperately need skilled workers. So why is vocational education treated as the ‘back‑up plan’ for school leavers?

We desperately need skilled workers. So why is vocational education treated as the ‘back‑up plan’ for school leavers?

When it comes to life after Year 12, the media and schools tend to focus on ATARs and university study.

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