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New Teacher Bonding Scheme Offers Up to $40,000

9/12/2025

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The Government is introducing a Teacher Bonding Scheme to recruit qualified teachers.
Education Minister Erica Stanford revealed the initiative, providing up to $40,000 for teachers who commit to five years at participating schools.
The scheme begins in October, starting with a $5,000 payment, increasing to $11,000 by the fifth year.
Stanford highlighted the scheme's flexibility compared to past offerings.
The initiative targets recruitment issues in small, rural, and isolated schools.

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Story summary

The Government is introducing a Teacher Bonding Scheme to recruit qualified teachers.
Education Minister Erica Stanford revealed the initiative, providing up to $40,000 for teachers who commit to five years at participating schools.
The scheme begins in October, starting with a $5,000 payment, increasing to $11,000 by the fifth year.
Stanford highlighted the scheme's flexibility compared to past offerings.
The initiative targets recruitment issues in small, rural, and isolated schools.