Advanced Education Minister Brian Wong announced Dec. 21 that the province is providing a one-time, needs-based grant and investing to reduce the cost of textbooks.

Source: https://thelaker.ca/n-s-announces-more-supports-for-post-secondary-students/

Meanwhile, Anwar said the government would gradually improve basic facilities in public universities using several methods as this year’s allocation was more needs-based.

Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2023/12/10/govt-making-every-effort-to-alleviate-burden-of-youths-undergrads-says-pm-anwar/

“We can look at needs-based funding going into the future, but right about now … it really is about stabilising and settling issues in Alice Springs itself, but also those regional communities,” she said.

Source: https://thenewdaily.com.au/news/state/nt/2023/02/10/more-work-needed-alcohol-ban-opt-out-senator/