Nanny Tax Credits & Grandparent Pay Proposed for Childcare
ACT Senate candidate Nick Tyrrell calls for a childcare overhaul, proposing tax breaks for nannies and payments for grandparents to give parents more flexible options.
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ACT childcare documents reveal abuse, neglect, lead paint
Thousands of documents expose a pattern of abuse, negligence and safety failures in ACT childcare centres. Education Minister Yvette Berry promises legislative reform, including changes to staff-to-child ratios.
New Two-Storey Childcare Centre Proposed for Merriwa
A new two-storey childcare centre is planned for Merriwa, WA, to address the critical shortage of early learning places. The proposal includes 11 rooms for 189 children. Read about the development plans and community impact.
ACT childcare centres exposed in damning government documents
Shocking incidents at Canberra childcare centres, including a fire started by a toddler and a boy locked in a bathroom, are detailed in hundreds of newly released ACT government documents. Read the full investigation.
Divisive Debate: Should You Pay Grandparents for Childcare?
New data reveals a split in Australian opinion on paying grandparents for childcare. We explore the arguments and hear from a deputy mayor who babysits weekly. What's right for your family?
Thousands of ACT childcare incident documents released
More than 2000 documents detailing incidents in Canberra childcare centres, from complaints to serious misconduct, have been released. See the findings.
Fourth daycare proposed for Lake Macquarie's north-west
A fourth childcare centre proposal in under a year signals a boom for families in Lake Macquarie's north-west. The latest DA for Teralba could add 104 new places. Read the full story.
Grandparents contribute $63bn annually to Australian economy
Australian grandparents provide over $63 billion in unpaid childcare annually, a vital economic contribution that remains unrecognised. Discover why experts call for formal recognition.
First childcare centre closed in safety crackdown, 37 families impacted
A Western Sydney childcare centre has been forcibly closed after ignoring safety warnings for over a decade. Authorities found 41 breaches, leaving dozens of families scrambling for new care. Read the full investigation.
Sydney childcare centre closed after 12 years of breaches
A western Sydney childcare centre with a 12-year history of safety failures has been permanently closed by regulators. Discover the details of the crackdown.
Major childcare changes guarantee 3 subsidised days
A major childcare subsidy change guarantees eligible Australian families three days of subsidised care per week, removing activity tests. Find out if you qualify.
Universal 3-Day Childcare Subsidy Starts Monday
From Monday, all Australian families can access at least three days of subsidised childcare weekly, a major reform set to benefit 100,000 families and help parents return to work.
Equ's 8-week challenge helps Aussie women lose weight
Thousands of Australian women are transforming their health with the equ program, which offers 9,000+ recipes. Enrolments are now open for the next 8-week challenge starting January 19.
Hamlyn Heights homes demolished for new $12.4m childcare
A new $12.4 million childcare centre is set to replace several homes in Hamlyn Heights, Geelong. The 124-place facility promises to ease local childcare shortages. Read more about the development plans.
Systemic failures allowed childcare worker to abuse 65 children
A damning review finds Queensland's lack of a reportable conduct scheme allowed a paedophile childcare worker to abuse 65 kids over two decades. Read the shocking details.
New 79-place childcare centre planned for Lake Heights
Plans for a new 79-place Montessori childcare centre on church land in Lake Heights have been submitted to Wollongong City Council. The development includes a shared underground car park and church upgrades. Read the full details.
Public Service 2026: Budget, IR & Whistleblower Changes
A look ahead at the major themes facing the Australian Public Service in 2026, from fiscal constraints and flexible work to landmark whistleblower protections. Discover what the new year holds.
Childcare centre fined $32k for leaving boy on bus
A Perth childcare centre has been hit with a $32,000 fine after a five-year-old boy was left alone on a locked bus. The State Administrative Tribunal found multiple breaches of national law.
UNE Students Balance Study and Career with Flexible Learning
Discover how University of New England students like Eaden Maslen and Jimmy Brunner are accelerating their careers in nursing and agronomy without pausing their studies, thanks to UNE's flexible on-campus and online learning model.
Childcare centre proposal near Fairy Meadow petrol stations
A proposed 94-place childcare centre in Fairy Meadow requires a rule variation as it's within 500m of three service stations. The DA outlines plans for two-storey use and traffic management. Read the full details.
Childcare Educators Receive $200 Weekly Pay Increase
Early childhood educators across Australia celebrate second pay rise with up to $200 weekly increase. Learn how this historic wage boost impacts the childcare sector.
Vote for Geelong's Best Early Childhood Teacher 2025
Nominations are now open to find Geelong's top kindergarten or childcare teacher for 2025. Discover the inspiring educators and cast your vote to recognise their incredible work.
Uni HR chief quits after 'four-day weekend' WFH storm
Adelaide University's deputy vice-chancellor resigns after controversial work-from-home comments sparked staff outrage. Get the full story on the flexible work policy debate.
Childcare crisis: Profit over children's needs
An experienced educator reveals how unrealistic childcare ratios and profit motives are pushing the sector to breaking point, compromising child safety and development.
Byford childcare fined $50k after child's traffic escape
Cuddles Early Learning in Byford fined $50,000 after toddler escaped into traffic. Learn about the safety failures and court ruling that demands immediate improvements.
Newcastle childcare centre shock closure leaves parents scrambling
Over 100 Newcastle families are desperately seeking childcare after Darby Street Early Learning Centre announced its December closure. Parents face limited options during the worst possible time of year.
Balga Childcare Arson: Police Investigation Underway
Arson squad investigates suspicious fire at Nurture Through Nature childcare centre in Balga. One person assisting police with enquiries. Community shocked by deliberate attack.
Kirwan Service Station and Childcare Centre Approved
A new $6 million service station and childcare centre is underway in Kirwan after developers won a court battle against council objections. Construction progresses on Thuringowa Drive.
$37m for National Child Safety Check System
The Albanese government invests $37 million in a national real-time checking system to prevent criminals from working in childcare, ensuring child safety nationwide.
Childcare charged over toddler's gate hanging death
An Australian childcare centre and three staff face charges over the death of toddler Ebony Thompson in an accidental hanging. The case highlights critical failures in child supervision.
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