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First Nations children least likely to be placed with family
New data from the Australian Institute for Health and Welfare (AIHW) shows Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in the Northern Territory child protection system are the least likely to be placed with Aboriginal families out of anywhere in Australia.
2025-03-05 10:23:09
by Freya Lucas
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Lack of spaces may reduce impact of Activity Test reforms, regional advocates claim
The Federal Government’s recent decision to abolish the childcare activity test and provide more subsidised days of early learning for parents is ‘unlikely to change anything’ for regional families if they can’t find a place, regional advocates have shared with The ABC.
2025-03-05 09:31:57
by Freya Lucas
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Nationals make promises about Gwydir Childcare ahead of election
The Nationals have made promises about early childhood education and care (ECEC) in Moree Plains Shire, ahead of a yet to be called Federal Election.
2025-03-04 07:55:26
by Freya Lucas
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Mid point update for ACER’s Preschool Outcomes Measure Small-Scale Trial
The Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) has released some insights from the mid-way point of the Small-Scale Trial of the Preschool Outcomes Measure tool to be used in the National Applied Trial later this year.
2025-03-03 09:00:24
by Freya Lucas
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Samoa launches ten year plan on early childhood education
Samoa has released a strategic roadmap which aims to ensure that all Samoan children receive quality learning opportunities, healthcare, and protection.
2025-02-25 03:58:10
by Freya Lucas
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What ECEC centres need to know about Australia’s new Skills in Demand visa
2025-02-24 03:23:50
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Mid point update for ACER’s Preschool Outcomes Measure Small-Scale Trial
2025-03-03 09:00:24
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Lack of spaces may reduce impact of Activity Test reforms, regional advocates claim
2025-03-05 09:31:57
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