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NZ Government makes legislative change to reduce ECEC red tape

The New Zealand government intends to make legislative changes with a view to making it easier for new early learning services to be established, and for existing services to operate, Associate Education Minister David Seymour has announced.

2024-04-17 09:41:05

by Freya Lucas

ASQA Bill passes Parliament - changes to protect students and improve quality

Vocational education and training (VET) legislation designed to protect vulnerable students, take action against non-genuine providers, and ensure improvements in quality vocational education and training has passed Parliament, with changes which may impact the broader early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector.

2024-04-05 07:57:51

by Freya Lucas

Attention NSW ECEC Providers: Change in penalties for EPA violations

There have been significant changes to environmental protection laws in New South Wales, some of which affect the approved providers and owners of early childhood education and care (ECEC) services specifically.

2024-03-15 09:46:49

by Freya Lucas

“portable” long service leave

Northern Territory legislation reignites “portable” long service leave debate in ECEC

The Northern Territory has become the latest Government to seek feedback on new Legislation designed to change the way long service leave entitlements in the community services sector, which includes early childhood education and care, are recognised and managed.

2024-03-09 15:38:09

by Jason Roberts

Victoria passes new educator hiring legislation

Victoria passes new educator hiring legislation to pave way for ELC roll out

A new Bill that will allow the Department of Education to directly employ staff at early learning centres has passed the Victorian Legislative Assembly.

2024-03-02 14:34:09

by Jason Roberts

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