Does a public school education in Australia really cost $93k?

Costs listed in new report include optional items such as music instruments and outside tuition and are really inflated', expert says

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How much does a public school education in Australia really cost?

According to a report released this week, the total cost of a government education will be $92,710 over 13 years for a child starting school this year - or $7,132 a year.

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