Government announces major changes to vocational student loans scheme

The federal government has announced an overhaul of the vocational student loans system in a bid to stop some providers from rorting the system. The Education Minister says the new program will return integrity to the sector and save taxpayers billions of dollars. Labor - despite welcoming the announcement - argues the government remains out of touch when it comes to vocational education and training.

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull after meeting with Vocational education and training participants Sydney. Source: AAP