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NAPLAN
National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN), national tests will be held in literacy and numeracy for all students in Australia at Years 3, 5, 7 and 9.
New Apprenticeships
The national apprenticeship and traineeship scheme combining practical work and training for nationally recognised qualifications.
Newstart Allowance
An Australian Government allowance paid to unemployed people who are actively seeking paid work and are participating in activities to assist their employment prospects, e.g. training or approved voluntary work.
Numeracy
Basic skills in mathematics.