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Peak disability organisations call for roadmap for inclusivity
19 of Australia’s peak disability organisations are calling for all candidates in the upcoming Federal Election to ‘show real leadership’ by committing to a National Roadmap for Inclusive Education.
2025-04-25 08:11:33
by Freya Lucas
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A landmark ruling will tackle the gender pay gap for thousands of workers
The Fair Work Commission has found award pay rates in five industrial awards covering a range of female-dominated occupations and industries do not provide equal pay.
2025-04-25 06:56:29
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Federal Election 2025: Early learning set to be a deciding issue
Early childhood education and care (ECEC) is shaping up to be a defining issue in the upcoming federal election, with voters looking for clear commitments on affordability, access, and quality.
2025-04-24 11:35:22
by Isabella Southwell
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Inquiry launched into oversight and regulation of the early childhood sector
A broad inquiry into the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector in New South Wales is now underway, following reports of regulatory oversight failures and growing pressure for reform.
2025-04-24 11:09:45
by Isabella Southwell
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What’s changing with prescribed discounts and why it matters
From 7 July 2025, early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers must start reporting certain discounts and third-party payments in their session reports. This change aims to improve transparency around how early education is funded, especially when families aren’t paying the full gap fee.
2025-04-24 10:39:29
by Isabella Southwell
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