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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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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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Inquiry launched into oversight and regulation of the early childhood sector
2025-04-24 11:09:45
by Isabella Southwell

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Have your say about possible changes to make education and care services even safer for children
2025-04-30 11:46:50
by Fiona Alston

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Australian first professional development opportunity for early childhood on energy conservation and renewable energy.
2025-05-01 11:45:51
by Fiona Alston