The Bureau of Statistics has released new data that shows a major disparity between school retention rates for boys and girls.

NAPLAN’s annual assessment suggests boys are starting behind in every field except numeracy.

Shadow Education Minister, Julian Leeser, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive to discuss why he’s calling for an enquiry into boys’ education.

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