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$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

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$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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New kinders and community hub to meet community need 

KU Children’s Services is set to operate and deliver services at the Bloinks Community Hub (interim name)  and Biyala Primary School Kindergarten in Armstrong Creek starting in Term One, January 2026. 

2025-11-24 07:15:22

by Fiona Alston

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Building early education fund to expand ECEC access in underserved communities

The Australian Government has announced a $1 billion investment through the new Building Early Education Fund (BEEF), aimed at increasing access to early childhood education and care (ECEC) services in communities where demand for places currently outstrips supply.

2025-11-18 07:18:18

by Fiona Alston

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Victorian government invests in early planning for new and expanded kindergartens

Two service providers will receive funding in the latest round of Building Blocks Planning Grants, with support targeting regional Victoria as demand for kindergarten places continues to grow.

2025-11-12 07:42:35

by Fiona Alston

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ECEC services to close early for mandatory child safety training under national reforms

2025-12-01 07:10:09

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Growth restrictions and enhanced oversight imposed on Affinity Education Group in NSW

2025-12-01 07:30:29

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Gold Walkley Award win for childcare investigation places national spotlight on safety and accountability in ECEC

2025-12-02 07:30:34

by Fiona Alston