Housing Body Warns Fee-Free TAFE Program Could Fail Without Clear Data

The HIA wants the government to re-evaluate the initiative, stressing that the program must be based on solid evidence.

A carpenter is seen working on a house renovation in Brisbane, Australia, June 4, 2020. AAP Image/Dan Peled

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has raised concerns about the government’s Fee-Free TAFE initiative, warning that without clear data on its effectiveness, the program risks failing to reach its full potential.

The association has urged the government to reassess the program, calling for a comprehensive evaluation before it becomes law.