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Queensland Government expands investment in early learning access

The Queensland Government has announced investment to deliver new early learning programs across the state, with a focus on supporting families and children who face barriers to accessing kindergarten. The initiative aims to ensure more children are developmentally on track by the time they start school, aligning with the state’s commitment to equitable access and quality outcomes in early childhood education.

2025-12-05 07:00:51

by Fiona Alston

Burgess Rawson from CBRE’s biggest portfolio auction for 2025 features premium childcare assets

Bringing more than 50 premium commercial assets to market across the nation, Burgess Rawson from CBRE's Portfolio Auction event 181 marks the largest portfolio to be brought to market by any agency in 2025.

2025-12-04 07:20:00

by Fiona Alston

Australia’s child care services market to reach USD 8.8 billion by 2034, driven by policy reform and AI integration

Australia’s early childhood sector is set for sustained growth over the next decade, with market projections estimating the industry will reach USD 8.8 billion by 2034. According to new data released by the IMARC Group, the child care services market, currently valued at USD 6.6 billion is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.23 per cent between 2026 and 2034.

2025-12-03 07:45:15

by Fiona Alston

$3.48 million investment to expand early learning in Parkes Shire

The Australian Government has committed to a transformative expansion of early childhood education and care (ECEC) infrastructure, workforce and access pathways, under a reform agenda that includes the establishment of a $1 billion Building Early Education Fund.

2025-12-03 07:15:09

by Fiona Alston

$8.5m sale of Cranbourne West childcare centre highlights investor confidence

A newly completed early childhood education and care (ECEC) centre in Cranbourne West, Victoria, has changed hands for $8.5 million, reinforcing the sector’s reputation as one of Australia’s most resilient investment classes.

2025-12-02 07:45:50

by Fiona Alston

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