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Western Bulldogs and Kool Beanz to open childcare centre at new Footscray Hospital
A new early learning centre will open at the Footscray Hospital in 2025, thanks to a partnership between Kool Beanz and the Western Bulldogs. The service, Kool Beanz’s first in Victoria, will provide 90 long day care places and offer families access to health-focused early education within a co-located community setting.
2025-05-15 13:56:44
by Isabella Southwell
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Young Academics confirms new strategic investment from US firm amid changing sector conditions
Sydney-based early learning provider Young Academics has confirmed it has sold a minority stake to US-headquartered private equity firm Seidler Equity Partners, marking a rare move in the early childhood education and care (ECEC) space amid ongoing scrutiny and operational pressures.
2025-05-15 12:25:42
by Fiona Alston
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Proposed Forest Glen development could bring new child care centre to the Sunshine Coast
A proposed expansion of the Forest Glen Village Centre could deliver a new child care service on the Sunshine Coast, responding to strong demand for places and offering convenience for families in a high-growth school catchment.
2025-05-12 13:52:54
by Isabella Southwell
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Tasmania opens EOI process for early learning services on school sites
The Tasmanian Government is inviting early learning providers to express interest in establishing new services on surplus land next to public schools, aiming to improve access to care and education for families across the state.
2025-05-12 13:37:56
by Isabella Southwell
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Genius Childcare centres face closure as administrators seek buyer amid $88 million debt
More than 1,100 children and 200 educators face uncertainty as administrators work to find a buyer for Genius Childcare, which collapsed under $88 million in debt. With eight centres already closed and legal action underway, the situation has raised fresh concerns about governance and financial oversight in the early childhood education and care sector.
2025-05-08 10:53:17
by Isabella Southwell
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Affinity Education under scrutiny as ABC airs follow-up investigation into child harm
2025-05-13 12:41:31
by Isabella Southwell
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Dr Jess Walsh named new Minister for Early Childhood Education following cabinet reshuffle
2025-05-13 07:42:35
by Isabella Southwell
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New workforce discount offers practical savings for ECEC staff and helps retain qualified professionals
2025-05-13 11:24:04
by Isabella Southwell
