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Rural and remote areas of Queensland make a major contribution to the Queensland economy. The continuing strength of the rural economy depends on a vibrant, skilled workforce capable of sustaining rural development while at the same time embracing global trends. Since over half of all state schools in Queensland are located in rural and remote areas and cater for approximately one-third of all students enrolled in the state school system, quality education services in the bush are an important part of the future of the State. This framework for action in education for rural and remote areas focuses on continuing to refine and improve quality rural and remote education services, outlining a commitment to engaging with the key and emerging challenges of delivering education in the bush and achieving better learning outcomes for students living in rural and remote locations.