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Coorong council consults community to address early learning access gaps
Coorong District Council is seeking local input as part of a feasibility study into child care needs across the region. With ongoing early learning shortages and “child care desert” status identified in past reports, the council has engaged Community Early Learning Australia to assess local demand and recommend solutions. Residents can now share their feedback online or attend consultation sessions scheduled throughout May.
2025-05-06 13:08:23
by Isabella Southwell

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Major early learning reforms on the horizon: Funding, workforce and access
Australia’s early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector is set for significant changes following the Federal Government’s $5 billion investment to build a more accessible and universal early learning system.
2025-04-29 11:53:30
by Isabella Southwell

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Questions raised over Peter Dutton’s undeclared ties to childcare businesses
An investigation by Four Corners has found that Opposition Leader Peter Dutton did not declare his interest as a beneficiary in a family trust that owned several childcare businesses, raising questions about disclosure processes and transparency in public life.
2025-04-28 13:05:44
by Isabella Southwell

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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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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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Major early learning reforms on the horizon: Funding, workforce and access
2025-04-29 11:53:30
by Isabella Southwell

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G8 Education investigation cost regulators $2.8 million, resulting in one penalty
2025-05-06 11:14:25
by Isabella Southwell

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Safety review underway after capped syringe found at St Kilda early learning service
2025-05-06 12:07:19
by Isabella Southwell