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What early childhood providers need to know about mandatory merger clearance in 2026
As Australia enters 2026, one of the most significant competition law changes in decades will come into effect, and early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers should be aware of what it means for the sector. From 1 January 2026, a mandatory, suspensory merger clearance regime will require certain large business acquisitions to be reviewed and approved by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) before they can proceed.
2025-12-17 06:30:05
by Fiona Alston

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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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NQF Annual Report 2025: Quality gains continue, but sector faces compliance pressures and persistent equity gaps
The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) has released its ninth Annual Performance Report on the National Quality Framework (NQF), confirming the sector’s steady upward trajectory in quality while highlighting rising compliance pressures, persistent equity gaps, and a renewed national focus on safety and workforce development.
2025-12-10 07:21:19
by Fiona Alston

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Former childcare operator jailed for $300,000 fraud against families and staff
A former childcare operator has been sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to defrauding families and employees of more than $300,000 across multiple early learning centres in regional New South Wales.
2025-11-03 06:30:00
by Fiona Alston

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Goodstart’s not-for-profit model delivers record investment in children, workforce, and social equity
Goodstart Early Learning has marked 15 years since its formation with the release of its 2025 Annual Report, revealing strong performance against its social purpose goals and reaffirming the value of its not-for-profit model.
2025-10-21 07:00:25
by Fiona Alston
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Soul Pattinson lifts stake in G8 Education, increases voting power to 7.85 per cent
2025-12-16 07:00:05
by Fiona Alston

Economics
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What early childhood providers need to know about mandatory merger clearance in 2026
2025-12-17 06:30:05
by Fiona Alston

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NQF Annual Report 2025: Quality gains continue, but sector faces compliance pressures and persistent equity gaps
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