Every Australian public school is now covered by a funding deal. Some states still face a long wait for all their money

Key points

• Victoria has signed a school funding deal with the federal government, giving its public schools a timeline to reach full needs-based funding. Every other state and territory had signed long-term agreements by mid 2025.
• Public schools in New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia will not reach full funding until 2034. Victoria plans to lift its state share to 75% by 2031, with the Commonwealth share reaching 25% in 2034.
• Analysts warn that back-ended deals are fragile and that inequality between advantaged and disadvantaged students is growing.