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Stunning Sydney childcare centre sells for $11.5 million
A newly completed childcare centre in Sydney’s south-west has sold for $11.5 million reflecting a 5.26 per cent yield highlighting continued investor demand for defensive assets with long-term income security.
2026-01-23 08:06:51
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Expanding access to early education in regional South Australia: New investment brings services closer to families
Access to quality early childhood education and care (ECEC) is central to children’s development, family wellbeing and community prosperity. In a significant joint commitment, the Albanese and Malinauskas governments have announced a major expansion of early learning infrastructure in regional South Australia, delivering new and expanded services where families need them most.
2026-01-23 08:06:50
by Fiona Alston
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Community Child Care Fund expanded to support services in disadvantaged communities
Early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers can now apply for a new round of Community Child Care Fund (CCCF) grants, with significant funding available to help services remain viable in communities experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.
2026-01-21 11:25:01
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Tall Tree Early Learning White Gum Valley celebrates official opening with community leaders
The Atlantis Group proudly marked a significant milestone this week, welcoming Federal Member for Fremantle, Josh Wilson MP, to its newest early learning centre , Tall Tree Early Learning White Gum Valley ahead of the service’s official opening.
2026-01-20 07:30:35
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South Australia freehold early learning centre sale: What the Blair Athol deal highlights for ECEC in 2026
A South Australian freehold early learning centre at 381–387 Prospect Road, Blair Athol has been reported as sold and settled through XCommercial Melbourne in conjunction with CBRE. Separate property reporting states the site was sold to Sydney operator Bright Steps for $7.843 million. For ECEC leaders, the story highlights a 2026 reality: premises transactions sit alongside child safety and governance obligations, approved providers need documented due diligence on physical environment upkeep (Regulation 103), historical compliance actions, and readiness-to-operate systems.
2026-01-20 07:00:03
by Fiona Alston
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South Australia freehold early learning centre sale: What the Blair Athol deal highlights for ECEC in 2026
2026-01-20 07:00:03
by Fiona Alston
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Stunning Sydney childcare centre sells for $11.5 million
2026-01-23 08:06:51
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Australia’s population outlook: What it means for the early childhood sector
2026-01-13 08:00:47
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