SBS News in Easy English 23 August 2023

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There has been several reactions and calls for serious reform to the education system following the NAPLAN literacy and numeracy results.

Much of eastern and central Australia face an increased risk of bushfires this spring as the country dries out after years of fairly wet conditions. The date favoured for the national vote to change the constitution is the 14th of October, between sporting events, and outside school holidays. A report on the future of the economy and budget over the next 40 years shows the Government will spend less to fund the age pension even though the total number of Australians reaching retirement age is predicted to double.

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