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AI-powered childcare management platform Illumine raises $2.5 million to expand global reach

AI-first childcare management platform Illumine has secured $2.5 million (AUD 3.75 million) in seed funding to support its global expansion, with a strong focus on the United States. The funding round was led by Prime Venture Partners and will be used to scale the company’s AI-powered solutions across high-demand markets.

2025-06-20 10:00:30

by Fiona Alston

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20-year milestone reflects career growth and leadership at G8 Education

From trainee to strategic lead, Paula Date’s 20-year journey at G8 Education exemplifies the potential for growth and long-term impact in early childhood education and care.

2025-06-20 07:37:14

by Isabella Southwell

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Wage determinations for ECEC sector published, confirming pay increases from 1 July

Early childhood educators, teachers and service leaders will receive increased pay from 1 July 2025, following the Fair Work Commission’s (FWC) publication of the 2025 wage determinations.

2025-06-20 06:19:03

by Isabella Southwell

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New microskill course supports inclusive practice for NSW early childhood educators

A new online professional learning course is now available to early childhood education and care (ECEC) professionals in New South Wales, aimed at strengthening inclusive practice and improving support for autistic children.

2025-06-19 09:30:23

by Fiona Alston

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The Sector responds: child safety reforms welcome, but deeper structural change is essential

The Albanese Government’s newly announced suite of child safety measures mandating 24-hour reporting of abuse, banning vapes in services, and introducing tighter technology use has been broadly welcomed by the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector.

2025-06-19 07:20:30

by Fiona Alston

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The Sector responds: child safety reforms welcome, but deeper structural change is essential

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