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One in six Aussie children at risk of missing the basics for school: Through the Officeworks Back to School Appeal you can help change that
As early childhood children prepare to make the important transition into Prep or Grade 1 in 2026, ensuring they have the tools and confidence to start strong is more important than ever. Having access to the basics, from school supplies to uniforms, can significantly influence a child's sense of belonging and readiness to learn.
2026-01-13 08:30:29
by Fiona Alston
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Australia’s population outlook: What it means for the early childhood sector
The Australian Government’s release of the 2025 Population Statement provides a timely snapshot of demographic change, one with significant implications for early childhood education and care (ECEC) services across the country. The latest projections confirm slowing population growth, declining birth rates, and a shift toward an ageing population, reinforcing the need for strategic planning, policy alignment and investment in the early years.
2026-01-13 08:00:47
by Fiona Alston
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ECEC services set to be included under amended Disability Standards for Education
Amendments to extend the Disability Standards for Education 2005 to include early childhood education and care (ECEC) services are currently before the Australian Parliament, in a move expected to strengthen protections for children with disability in the years before school.
2026-01-08 07:30:10
by Fiona Alston
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New public preschools break ground in Macquarie Fields and Ingleburn
Construction has commenced on two new public preschools in south-western Sydney, marking a significant step in improving access to early childhood education across New South Wales. The new facilities, Curran Public Preschool and Sackville Street Public Preschool, are part of the state’s largest-ever public preschool expansion initiative, underpinned by a $769 million investment from the NSW Government.
2026-01-07 06:30:12
by Fiona Alston
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3 Day Guarantee comes into effect: New CCS rules unlock access for families and children
A landmark change to early childhood education and care (ECEC) has come into effect today, with the Australian Government’s 3 Day Guarantee now providing all Child Care Subsidy (CCS) eligible families with access to a minimum of 72 hours of subsidised care per fortnight.
2026-01-05 06:30:55
by Fiona Alston
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3 Day Guarantee comes into effect: New CCS rules unlock access for families and children
2026-01-05 06:30:55
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Mary MacKillop Announced as Finalist for FIA 2026 Best Transformational Gift Award
2026-01-06 06:30:50
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SOEL celebrates over 50 years as a family-owned business in WA
2026-01-06 08:00:51
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