Australia's 'best and brightest' offered bursary to become teachers

Children in town of Dixon Creek Primary School in Melbourne

Children in town of Dixon Creek Primary School in Melbourne Source: Getty

A Labor federal government would offer Australia's best and brightest tax-free bursaries of $40,000 to become teachers.


Deputy Opposition leader Tanya Plibersek announced the plan on Monday saying a career in teaching should be the first choice for high achievers rather than a fallback option.


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