The Minns government’s slump comes less than six months since polling day,and follows ministerial scandals and tussles with unions over public sector pay rises.
Cranbrook’s fee is in excess of $7000,while Trinity Grammar has increased its enrolment charge by 80 per cent to $5000 this year.
The country’s population grew by 563,200 in the past 12 months as migrants,particularly international students,rushed back.
Interest rates have risen at the fastest pace in a generation and home owners are facing a repayment cliff – with varied results.