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Labor, Liberals won't support $430,000 VC pay laws

Jacqui Lambie said universities do not have the social license to pay vice-chancellors $1 million a year.

Erin MorleyMarch 30, 2026Last Updated: March 30, 2026
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Education and employment committee chair Marielle Smith (left) and deputy chair Maria Kovacic. Pictures: Newswire.
Education and employment committee chair Marielle Smith (left) and deputy chair Maria Kovacic. Pictures: Newswire.

The major parties have not backed legislation that would cap university vice-chancellor pay at $430,000, introduced by Tasmanian independent senator Jacqui Lambie.

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