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New paper highlights the need for OSHC overhaul to better meet the needs of families

The gap between school days that end at 3pm and work that ends at 5pm is piling pressure on parents, hurting productivity and failing children, a new paper has found. 

2025-04-04 05:32:53

by Freya Lucas

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Western Downs Regional Council seeks input over future of the town

Queensland’s Western Downs Regional Council is inviting employers, businesses, developers, industry stakeholders and the community to have their say in the development of a Regional Workforce Plan that will drive the future of employment, training, and skills development across the region.

2025-04-04 05:27:58

by Freya Lucas

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New Higher Education Strategy unveiled for New South Wales 

The New South Wales Government has unveiled a bold new strategy to ensure universities align with the state’s workforce and community needs over the next five years.

2025-04-04 05:22:04

by Freya Lucas

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Child safety review: Key developments of 2025

Significant progress has been made on the national child safety review in 2025, with further developments to come. 

2025-04-04 05:17:31

by Freya Lucas

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Grant opportunities now available for Queensland services to become child safe 

The Queensland Family and Child Commission (QFCC) is offering grants of up to $90,000 to help eligible organisations that work with children in Queensland to comply with new laws and become child safe.

2025-04-04 05:07:59

by Freya Lucas

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Federal Government commits to strengthening safety and quality in ECEC

2025-03-31 08:01:21

by Freya Lucas

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LDC attendance touched a new record in Q4 2024 but growth rates remain concerningly subdued

2025-04-01 17:44:49

by Jason Roberts

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Government joins forces with philanthropic partners to raise $100m to expand ECEC in areas of need

2025-03-31 03:42:31

by Jason Roberts