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Childcare sector consolidation intensifies: Mayfield board urges shareholders to reject Embark takeover offer

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Childcare sector consolidation intensifies: Mayfield board urges shareholders to reject Embark takeover offer

Australia’s early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector is once again in the spotlight as ASX‑listed Embark Early Education Limited (ASX: EVO) presses ahead with an off‑market takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare Limited (ASX: MFD), triggering a strong public response from the Mayfield board. 

2026-01-22 16:22:51

by Fiona Alston

ARACY welcomes new CEO: Melodie Potts Rosevear OAM

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ARACY welcomes new CEO: Melodie Potts Rosevear OAM

The Australian Research Alliance for Children & Youth (ARACY) has announced the appointment of  Melodie Potts Rosevear OAM as its new Chief Executive Officer, commencing 9 February 2026.

2026-01-20 08:00:17

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Embark opens takeover offer for Mayfield Childcare as replacement bidder’s statement lands

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Embark opens takeover offer for Mayfield Childcare as replacement bidder’s statement lands

Embark Early Education Limited has opened an off-market takeover offer for Mayfield Childcare Limited, seeking to acquire the shares it does not already hold. Mayfield shareholders can elect either cash or scrip consideration, with the offer scheduled to close in early March 2026 unless extended.

2026-01-16 07:30:58

by Fiona Alston

Embark Early Education launches takeover bid for Mayfield and $12M capital raise

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Embark Early Education launches takeover bid for Mayfield and $12M capital raise

Embark Early Education (ASX: EVO) has unveiled bold expansion plans, announcing a $12 million capital raise alongside a proposed off-market takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare Limited (ASX: MFD). The dual move, marks a significant step in Embark’s strategy to grow its early learning footprint across Australia.

2025-12-17 07:00:28

by Fiona Alston

Soul Pattinson lifts stake in G8 Education, increases voting power to 7.85 per cent

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Soul Pattinson lifts stake in G8 Education, increases voting power to 7.85 per cent

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Company Limited (Soul Patts) has significantly increased its interest in G8 Education Limited (ASX: GEM).

2025-12-16 07:00:05

by Fiona Alston

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Playground safety checks in early learning: Why regular equipment inspections matter in 2026

2026-01-19 07:30:49

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Victorian Parliament releases key paper on child safety and reform in ECEC

2026-01-23 09:52:28

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NSW regulator permanently closes Sydney childcare service after long-running safety and compliance concerns

2026-01-12 07:00:59

by Fiona Alston