New research: 1 in 3 parents struggle to afford school basics

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Cost-of-living pressures are making it harder for many Australian families to afford back-to-school essentials like uniforms, stationery, and school fees.

Research from Act for Kids shows that over a quarter of parents struggle to pay for home internet, and 40% have difficulty covering extracurricular activities.

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