More Degrees, Less Security: The New Reality for Young Australians
Young Australians have invested heavily in education under the promise that qualifications lead to opportunity and financial security. This story explores whether higher education still provides the pathway to security it once promised.
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Acknowledgements
OpenAI. (2026). ChatGPT (June 2026 version) [Large language model]. https://chatgpt.com/
ChatGPT (OpenAI) was used to assist with brainstorming story ideas, refining the narrative structure, reviewing draft text, and providing guidance on data visualisation planning. All data collection, analysis, coding, visualisation design, interpretation, and final content were completed and verified by the author.