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Coorong council consults community to address early learning access gaps

Coorong District Council is seeking local input as part of a feasibility study into child care needs across the region. With ongoing early learning shortages and “child care desert” status identified in past reports, the council has engaged Community Early Learning Australia to assess local demand and recommend solutions. Residents can now share their feedback online or attend consultation sessions scheduled throughout May.

2025-05-06 13:08:23

by Isabella Southwell

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G8 Education investigation cost regulators $2.8 million, resulting in one penalty

Regulators spent more than $2.8 million investigating G8 Education’s failed 2015 takeover of Affinity Education, a case that ended with one penalty and no convictions. The high-cost investigation has renewed calls for stronger corporate accountability and transparency in early education.

2025-05-06 11:14:25

by Isabella Southwell

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Post-election: What Labor’s win means for early childhood education and care

Labor’s re-election delivers continuity and momentum for early learning reform. This article unpacks what has been delivered so far, what comes next, and how the sector may evolve under a second Albanese term.

2025-05-06 06:04:22

by Isabella Southwell

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Labor wins second term, early learning reform to continue

Labor has secured a second term in government, with early learning policy set to continue. Key reforms include expanded subsidies, educator wage increases and the legislated Three Day Guarantee.

2025-05-05 12:12:57

by Isabella Southwell

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Flood and lease pressures mount

A treasured early learning service in regional New South Wales is facing an uncertain future, as Jamberoo Community Preschool battles regular flooding and a ticking clock, with its current lease due to expire in June 2028. Without a concrete relocation plan or government funding commitment, this vital not-for-profit service is at risk of closure.

2025-05-05 11:30:32

by Fiona Alston

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