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The late-night letter that blindsided Melbourne principals over classroom support

Outlet: The Sydney Morning Herald · Caroline Schelle · Published 28/10/2026 08:50 UTC

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Six weeks from the end of the school year, principals and teachers say they have been blindsided by a government decision to reduce disability support funding.

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    Schools to lose thousands in disability The late-night letter that blindsided Melbourne principals over classroom support payments

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https://www.smh.com.au/politics/victoria/schools-to-lose-thousands-in-disability-support-payments-20261028-p619ez.html
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28/10/2026 08:50 UTC
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28/10/2026 09:10 UTC
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