As the uni year kicks off for many around the country, there are fears Youth Allowance is failing students, especially those from rural and regional Australia.

A Country Education Foundation survey has found more than half of rural and regional students are deemed ineligible for the support due to accessibility issues.

Rural reporter Brady Evans spoke to CEF Engagement and Impact Manager Nicole Wright to see how these students are coping financially and how it's affecting their wellbeing.

As the uni year kicks off for many around the country, there are fears Youth Allowance is failing students, especially those from rural and regional Australia.
A Country Education Foundation survey has found more than half of rural and regional students are deemed ineligible for the support due to accessibility issues.
Rural reporter Brady Evans spoke to CEF Engagement and Impact Manager Nicole Wright to see how these students are coping financially and how it's affecting their wellbeing.

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