13425 (2025). Camilla Belich to the Minister for Vocational Education

13425 (2025). Camilla Belich to the Minister for Vocational Education: What is the total cost, if any, of outsourced research or reports commissioned by any agencies under the Minister’s responsibility since 27 November 2023, broken down by agency, purpose, and provider?

Hon Penny Simmonds: The Tertiary Education Commission commissioned $328,871 of outsourced research or reports since 27 November 2023: Careers Quality Criteria by Dr. Lynette Reid at a cost of $39,200 • National Learners Survey by Spate Contracting at a cost of $30,450 • Partner and Provider Survey by AC Nielsen at a cost of $32,522 • Careers Audience Segment by Martin Jenkins at a cost of $226,699