14+ hour, 29+ min ago   (1253+ words) The findings add to an international debate about the growing influence of private investment and corporate consolidation in early childhood education and care (ECEC), a debate with clear relevance for Australia. The US research, reported by the Detroit Free Press,…...

5+ day, 14+ hour ago   (405+ words) Ms Makay’s appointment strengthens Communities at Work’s leadership at an important time for the organisation. She brings a genuine commitment to the organisation’s purpose, a strong understanding of community needs, and a clear focus on creating meaningful and lasting outcomes…...

5+ day, 14+ hour ago   (530+ words) Early childhood educators across Western Queensland will have access to high quality, face-to-face professional development, as Australian Childcare Alliance Queensland (ACA Qld) launches a new regional training model in Roma. Learning and Development Day: Roma, to be held on Saturday…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (1045+ words) New guidance on the design of education and care service premises is available to help approved providers, architects, developers and other stakeholders create environments that facilitate effective supervision and support child safety. Facilitating Supervision and Child Safety through Building Design…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (629+ words) Affinity Education Group has been reaccredited as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace by the Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA), with the recognition applying from August 2026 to August 2027. The early childhood education and care (ECEC) provider said the reaccreditation reflected its commitment to…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (648+ words) For Goodstart, creating better outcomes for children starts with investing in the people who support them every day. The study tour brought together a group of high-performing Goodstart educators and leaders, recognising their contribution to children, families and communities while…...

2+ week, 14+ hour ago   (1022+ words) ASX-listed Embark Early Education Limited has released its half-year results alongside a market update detailing occupancy, operating performance, its investment in Mayfield Childcare Limited and a further fully franked dividend. Revenue for the six months to 30 June 2026 was $47.25 million, down…...

3+ week, 13+ hour ago   (1137+ words) The social infrastructure property investor reported total income of $162.4 million, up 39 per cent on the previous year, while statutory net profit increased from $81.5 million to $131.8 million. Net operating profit, or distributable income, increased eight per cent to $79.1 million, with Arena…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (658+ words) Located at Unit 1, 18 George Street, Sandringham, the purpose-built centre is being offered for lease via Expressions of Interest through CBRE’s Australian Healthcare & Social Infrastructure team of Sandro Peluso, Marcello Caspani-Muto and Jimmy Tat. The property is positioned within walking distance…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago   (817+ words) The “Fireside Chat” with an ECEC legend will feature Mr Cherry in a rare and intimate discussion that will take you inside his remarkable journey from Senator to ECEC Advocate and how his 13 years in the sector has shaped him…...