The unis might be in unison, but is the SA merger deal a unicorn?

abc.net.au/news/debate-over-south-australia-adelaide-university-merger/102747032On current estimates, it could be the biggest educator of domestic university students studying full time in Australia.has been sold by the SA government as a once-in-a-generation opportunity, helped by nearly $450 million from taxpayers.

As might have been expected, there has been a mix of views about whether turning two unis into one is a good idea. "We have modelling which indicates quite clearly that the future university will be ranked in the top 100," Mr Lloyd said.It's estimated that, in just over a decade's time, a combined university could contribute $500 million a year extra to South Australia's economy compared to what the two current universities put in.By 2034, research revenue is also expected to be $77 million a year more than current levels.

Outside of education, the Adelaide Central Market Authority has made its feelings known, telling the committee that more students would be good for business.There's not a lot in the public domain as yet when it comes to the risks associated with the merger.

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