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Productivity Commission care economy report signals opportunities for early childhood reform
A renewed focus on value, prevention and collaboration across Australia’s care services could pave the way for meaningful reform in early childhood education and care, according to the Centre for Policy Development’s (CPD) response to the Productivity Commission’s interim report Delivering Quality Care More Efficiently, released on 14 August 2025.
2025-08-18 10:27:02
by Fiona Alston
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Reaffirming trust and safety: ‘Day One’ leadership amid the NSW ECEC inquiry
The parliamentary inquiry into New South Wales’s early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector is underway, with key stakeholders providing evidence during public hearings held on 13 and 14 August.
2025-08-15 08:00:25
by Fiona Alston
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Genius Childcare director fined $4,000 over proceeds of crime offence
A prominent early childhood education and care (ECEC) executive has been fined $4,000 without conviction after pleading guilty to dealing with suspected proceeds of crime linked to a $120,000 bank transfer.
2025-08-15 07:30:03
by Fiona Alston
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Hatcon Builders recognised for Sadliers Crossing Childcare at 2025 Brisbane Housing & Construction Awards
Hatcon Builders has taken home top honours in the Education Facilities up to $10 million category at the 2025 Brisbane Housing & Construction Awards for their outstanding work on the Sadliers Crossing Childcare project.
2025-08-14 08:44:09
by Fiona Alston
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SDN Celebrates 120 Years of Supporting Children and Families at NSW Parliament House
SDN Children’s Services marked a historic milestone at NSW Parliament House on 7 August, 2025 celebrating 120 years since its founding meeting in 1905. The event brought together politicians, sector leaders, SDN members, Board representatives, and long-serving staff to honour the legacy and ongoing impact of one of Australia’s oldest early childhood organisations.
2025-08-14 08:37:05
by Fiona Alston
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Free national training launched to support allergy-safe, nutritious food in ECEC
2025-08-11 09:27:40
by Fiona Alston
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2025 Early Childhood Educators Day celebration preparations get underway
2025-08-12 09:00:11
by Fiona Alston
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Sesame Lane Kippa-Ring Regency Street: Leading the way with the Curiosity Approach in Queensland
2025-08-14 10:57:33
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