In this explosive episode of the RTO Superhero Podcast, Angela Connell-Richards is joined by compliance powerhouse Lauren Boon-Hollows to unpack the growing crisis in international education across Australia.

From mounting government pressure and audit inconsistencies to the harsh realities facing CRICOS RTOs, Angela and Lauren aren’t pulling any punches. They take the boxing gloves off and dive into:

• The real impact of government crackdowns on international student enrolments
• Why many RTOs are facing an uphill battle—despite doing the right thing
• How assessment tools, contextualisation, and validation practices are being held to different standards
• The risks of regulatory overreach and its chilling effect on innovation and growth
• Practical, bold solutions for ASQA and policymakers to better support quality-focused providers

If you’re an RTO with international students—or you’ve considered entering the CRICOS space—this episode is a must-listen. You’ll gain clarity, confidence, and a whole lot of compliance firepower.

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