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ECEC provider defends $20 missed sign-in fee as safety measure

Little Zak’s Academy says the charge aims to improve compliance and child safety

2025-10-22 06:14:52

by Fiona Alston

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ICPA children in the spotlight as rural and remote education day returns

The Isolated Children’s Parents’ Association of Australia (ICPA) is proud to announce the second annual Rural and Remote Education Day (RREd Day), taking place on today Wednesday, 15 October 2025. The national awareness day shines a spotlight on the extraordinary determination of students living in rural and remote Australia, and the urgent need for equal access to education no matter where a child grows up.

2025-10-15 08:30:48

by Fiona Alston

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I was 170th on their list: What are the health impacts for families who can’t access daycare?

Imagine living in a town where three or more families are competing for a single early learning place. This is the reality for many families in regional, rural and remote Australia. Experts call these areas “childcare deserts”. 

2025-10-10 08:45:20

by Fiona Alston

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Building Early Education Fund: $1 billion boost to expand ECEC access in areas of need

The Australian Government is moving ahead with the Building Early Education Fund, a landmark $1 billion investment designed to expand access to early childhood education and care (ECEC) services in communities that need them most.

2025-10-09 08:57:47

by Fiona Alston

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Childcare provider takes action in countdown to major subsidy reform

Strategic workforce planning, communication and a commitment to quality will be critical for early childhood education and care providers as they prepare for major Child Care Subsidy (CCS) policy reform. 

2025-10-08 06:45:55

by Fiona Alston

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Strengthening Australia’s early childhood workforce: The qualification review

2025-10-14 07:15:57

by Fiona Alston

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AERO invites ECEC providers to join leading national partnership in 2026

2025-10-17 08:30:45

by Fiona Alston

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Queensland fast-tracks reportable conduct scheme and strengthens rest period protections

2025-10-17 07:52:24

by Fiona Alston