Australian Senate Committee Holds Public Hearing on Universities Accord Bill 2026

The Senate Education and Employment Legislation Committee is holding a public hearing on Monday, August 24, 2026, for its inquiry into the Universities Accord (Opening the Doors of Opportunity) Bill 2026. The Group of Eight, representing leading Australian universities, presented an opening statement supporting the government's ambition for a more sustainable and equitable higher education system, while also proposing amendments for a fairer and more transparent system.