Cheaper TAFE fees for Western Australians

The Western Australian government will slash TAFE fees for 34 high-priority courses to make training more affordable for thousands of students.

Premier Mark McGowan announced the $53.5 million initiative, which will cut fees by 50 per cent for selected courses that target skill shortages in aged and disability care, civil construction, defence, hospitality and tourism.

"The significant fee reductions will make training more affordable for students wanting to do courses that lead to jobs in demand in Western Australia."