Chief executive of the Discover English college, Joanna Kelly, says the English language intensive course industry is suffering under COVID-19 border closures. Five English language colleges in Sydney, Melbourne, Byron Bay, and Cairns have permanently closed their doors.
The industry plays a critical role in allowing international students to improve their skills so they can start university and secure work.
Brett Blacker from English Australia says there will be widespread pain if JobKeeper and state-based rent moratoriums cease.