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The Sector launches new boutique event for ECEC business owners and landlords

The Sector has confirmed that its inaugural event under the Connect+ series will be an ECEC Owners and Landlords Forum designed specifically for current and aspiring early childhood education and care (ECEC) owners and operators as well as those involved in the real estate side of the sector too.

2024-11-19 14:11:41

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ABS launches Childcare Services Cost Index as precursor to “Wage Increase” annual fee cap calculation

The Australian Bureau of Statistics has confirmed it will release a new Childcare Services Cost Index that will be used to measure changes in prices paid by childcare providers for the goods, services and labour they purchase to provide childcare services to families.

2024-11-05 11:04:59

by Jason Roberts

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Who Can Innovate in the Early Years Landscape and How?

Innovation in early childhood education is a collaborative venture. This article explores the key players driving innovation in early childhood settings and provides suggested strategies and tools for cultivating a culture of innovation.

2024-11-04 10:13:06

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New report charts evolution of LDC supply in ECEC, highlights displacement of not for profit services over time

A new report released by economics research and advisory firm, Mandala and The Front Project provides some notable new insights into how the composition of the long day care sector has evolved over time from a geographical and governance perspective.

2024-10-28 08:52:04

by Jason Roberts

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Update on “Worker retention payment” calculations, case studies and on-cost coverage released by DoE

The Department of Education has updated its guide to the worker retention payment with additional context on how “worker retention payments” will be calculated alongside some further clarity on how on-costs will be accounted for in the process.

2024-10-22 10:18:01

by Jason Roberts

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The Sector launches new boutique event for ECEC business owners and landlords

ABS launches Childcare Services Cost Index as precursor to “Wage Increase” annual fee cap calculation

Who Can Innovate in the Early Years Landscape and How?

New report charts evolution of LDC supply in ECEC, highlights displacement of not for profit services over time

Update on “Worker retention payment” calculations, case studies and on-cost coverage released by DoE

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