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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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Critical oversight: Key data for WA early education providers on reportable conduct scheme
The safety and protection of children remain core responsibilities for all early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers. In Western Australia, the Reportable Conduct Scheme, administered by the Ombudsman, plays a pivotal role in overseeing how organisations respond to allegations of child-related harm.
2025-10-13 07:00:58
by Fiona Alston

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Early Childhood Education Minister Jess Walsh honours educators with message of recognition and reform
Minister for Early Childhood Education Jess Walsh has shared the following exclusive acknowledgement with The Sector, coinciding with Early Childhood Educators’ Day. In her message, Minister Walsh speaks directly to the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, recognising the vital work of educators and outlining the Albanese Government’s commitment to valuing the workforce.
2025-09-03 08:17:59
by Fiona Alston
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Children’s Services Award changes finalised to address gender-based undervaluation
2025-12-12 06:58:10
by Fiona Alston

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Fair Work Commission confirms forced resignation grounds in case involving early learning provider
2025-12-08 07:30:23
by Fiona Alston

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How one teacher is using Little J & Big Cuz to build empathy, understanding and confidence in First Nations learning
2025-12-08 07:15:19
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