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Western Bulldogs and Kool Beanz to open childcare centre at new Footscray Hospital
A new early learning centre will open at the Footscray Hospital in 2025, thanks to a partnership between Kool Beanz and the Western Bulldogs. The service, Kool Beanz’s first in Victoria, will provide 90 long day care places and offer families access to health-focused early education within a co-located community setting.
2025-05-15 13:56:44
by Isabella Southwell
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Young Academics confirms new strategic investment from US firm amid changing sector conditions
Sydney-based early learning provider Young Academics has confirmed it has sold a minority stake to US-headquartered private equity firm Seidler Equity Partners, marking a rare move in the early childhood education and care (ECEC) space amid ongoing scrutiny and operational pressures.
2025-05-15 12:25:42
by Fiona Alston
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NT Budget 2025–26: What it means for early childhood education and care
The Northern Territory’s 2025–26 Budget, delivered on 13 May 2025, places a strong emphasis on law and order, with record investments in policing, corrections and justice. However, specific allocations for early childhood education and care (ECEC) are not prominently featured.
2025-05-15 09:50:58
by Isabella Southwell
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‘We Are Your Children’: New campaign urges community support for early learning in regional Australia
A new campaign from the Childcare Leadership Alliance is calling on regional communities to unite behind early learning, highlighting how accessible, high-quality care supports families, children and local economies.
2025-05-14 12:52:22
by Isabella Southwell
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Time, tension, and transformation: reclaiming time in early learning settings
Time in early childhood education is precious and paradoxical. We speak of “being present” with children, yet the day-to-day often feels like a race against the clock.
2025-05-14 12:41:53
by Fiona Alston
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Affinity Education under scrutiny as ABC airs follow-up investigation into child harm
2025-05-13 12:41:31
by Isabella Southwell
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New workforce discount offers practical savings for ECEC staff and helps retain qualified professionals
2025-05-13 11:24:04
by Isabella Southwell
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Genius Childcare centres face closure as administrators seek buyer amid $88 million debt
2025-05-08 10:53:17
by Isabella Southwell
