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Global child care software market expected to more than double by 2031
The global child care software market is projected to more than double in value by 2031, according to new industry research signalling significant implications for the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector.
2025-10-20 06:53:26
by Fiona Alston
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OWNA acquires Juice Technologies: Strengthening choice and innovation in childcare software across Australia & New Zealand
OWNA, Australia’s leading all-in-one childcare management platform, today announced the acquisition of Juice Technologies, the parent company of Kidsoft, Kangarootime Australia, Smart Central & Infocare (NZ), marking a major milestone in the evolution of early learning technology across Australia and New Zealand.
2025-10-15 07:20:37
by Fiona Alston
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KU sets a new benchmark with Children’s Services and Administrative Employees and Cooks enterprise agreement
KU Children’s Services has reaffirmed its reputation as a sector leader with the approval of the KU Children’s Services and Administrative Employees and Cooks Enterprise Agreement 2024–2026. The new agreement, endorsed by an overwhelming 96.9 per cent “yes” vote, delivers some of the most comprehensive pay and conditions in the Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) sector.
2025-10-14 08:00:58
by Fiona Alston
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Goodstart and City Facilities Management Australia partner to give more children the best start in life
At least 115 children experiencing vulnerability across Australia each year will have the chance to attend two days of early learning each week, thanks to a landmark five-year partnership between Goodstart Early Learning’s Early Learning Fund and global facilities management leader City Facilities Management (City).
2025-09-04 07:03:47
by Fiona Alston
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From vetting to visibility: How QuickCare is reshaping ECEC staffing
Child safety sits at the heart of Australia’s early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector. Every decision from program design to daily routines, must uphold the principle that children are safe, supported and thriving. When it comes to workforce and staffing, this commitment extends beyond ratios and rostering. It begins with who is employed, how they are vetted and the systems in place to monitor workforce information.
2025-09-02 10:56:40
by Fiona Alston
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New data reveals entrenched pay gaps for women from migrant and First Nations backgrounds
2025-11-04 08:15:17
by Fiona Alston
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Who should work with young children?
2025-11-07 07:30:45
by Fiona Alston
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Care, choice and quality: Rethinking childcare subsidies through a child-centred and sector lens
2025-11-06 05:43:53
by Fiona Alston
