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Childcare property market strengthens as investor demand grows

Australia’s childcare property sector continues to attract robust investor interest, with new figures showing a 6 per cent increase in turnover in the first half of 2025, underpinned by demographic demand, strong yields, and government support.

2025-07-10 11:28:25

by Fiona Alston

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New public preschools to boost early learning access in Sydney’s north-west

The NSW Government has announced the construction of two new public preschools as part of a major infrastructure package to meet rising demand in Sydney’s rapidly growing north-west. Located in Gables and Box Hill, the preschools will support access to high-quality, fee-free early childhood education, co-located with new public primary schools for streamlined family access.

2025-07-04 08:30:36

by Fiona Alston

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International Montessori operator Cosmic Education Group to launch flagship centre in Mount Waverley

Cosmic Education Group, one of Asia’s largest operators of Montessori schools, is set to make its Australian debut with a premium 150-place childcare centre in Mount Waverley, Victoria.

2025-07-03 06:38:51

by Fiona Alston

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Hundreds of families across south-eastern New South Wales will soon gain greater access to high-quality, fee-free early childhood education

The NSW Government has awarded contracts for new preschools at Boorowa Central School, Moss Vale Public School, Queanbeyan East Public School and Queanbeyan South Public School. 

2025-07-02 08:00:18

by Fiona Alston

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Western Bulldogs childcare arrangements spark backlash from parents

A prominent AFL club’s expansion into early childhood education has drawn criticism from some parents, who allege the move prioritises profits over families' needs.

2025-06-27 09:30:05

by Fiona Alston

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2025-07-07 10:30:58

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2025-07-10 09:00:16

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Jay Weatherill appointed to co-lead urgent review into childcare safety in Victoria

2025-07-07 07:24:04

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