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EYS program delivers strong outcomes, but long-term funding remains critical
SNAICC – National Voice for our Children’s Early Years Support (EYS) program is gathering momentum as a transformative model for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander early childhood education and care (ECEC). The Sector recently spoke with Catherine Liddle SNAICC Chief Operating Officer and Rachel Phillips Centre Director Birrelee MACS as key contributors about the program’s progress, cultural strength and the urgent case for sustained investment.
2025-11-25 07:45:35
by Fiona Alston
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NSW launches compliance blitz to enforce transparency reforms in early learning services
Early childhood services across New South Wales are facing increased scrutiny as the NSW Early Childhood Regulator enforces new transparency laws introduced to protect children and inform families.
2025-11-24 07:30:35
by Fiona Alston
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$50 million in Commonwealth claims targeted during AFP‑coordinated week of action
In a significant and coordinated enforcement effort, the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and its partners have targeted more than $50 million in alleged fraudulent claims against Commonwealth programs, including the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). The operation is part of the Fraud Fusion Taskforce (FFT) and marks one of the largest national crack‑downs on government program fraud to date.
2025-11-21 07:30:17
by Fiona Alston
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Fraud Awareness Week: Simple steps to safeguard your service
This Fraud Awareness Week, early childhood education and care (ECEC) professionals are reminded of the important role they play in preventing and detecting fraud, protecting families, maintaining sector integrity, and safeguarding public investment in early learning.
2025-11-21 07:00:02
by Fiona Alston
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WA provider fined $50,000 for supervision failures after child leaves service unsupervised
Cuddles Childcare Centre Byford Pty Ltd, operator of Cuddles Early Learning and Childcare Byford, has been penalised $50,000 after a child left the service unaccompanied due to inadequate supervision.
2025-11-21 05:55:07
by Fiona Alston
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Understanding the role of the nominated supervisor: Free webinar series supports ECEC leadership
2025-11-24 06:16:20
by Fiona Alston
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NSW launches compliance blitz to enforce transparency reforms in early learning services
2025-11-24 07:30:35
by Fiona Alston
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Early help, lasting impact: the success of a Specialist Equipment Loan
2025-11-25 07:30:39
by Fiona Alston
