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Additional ECEC spending in 2025/26 Budget modest as Chancellor champions 3 day guarantee
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers has handed down the 2025/26 Federal Budget in which the early childhood education and care sector saw modest new spending commitments although the three day guarantee was championed in his Budget Speech.
2025-03-25 19:29:00
by Jason Roberts
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“Real Estate in ECEC – Unpacking freehold ownership” in the spotlight at ECEC Owners and Landlords Forum
With less than four weeks until the inaugural ECEC Owners & Landlords Forum, to be held in Brisbane on 7 March 2025, The Sector founder and event host Jason Roberts continues to profile the key panels and panelists ahead of the event.
2025-02-11 15:24:36
by Jason Roberts
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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
by Jason Roberts
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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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Amid claims of abuse, neglect and poor standards, what is going wrong with childcare in Australia?
2025-03-19 01:33:51
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Ed Leader argues for unfair dismissal after leaving her role five weeks in
2025-03-26 07:49:12
by Freya Lucas
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Dietitians Australia call on Federal Government to overhaul ECEC nutrition rules
2025-03-24 09:13:34
by Freya Lucas
