A severe childcare shortage in regional Western Australia is compelling parents to take unpaid leave, reject job offers, or commute long distances, threatening community wellbeing and economic stability.
The City of Newcastle's Little and Wise program connects young children with seniors, fostering intergenerational bonds and enhancing community well-being through shared activities and stories.
A Brisbane childcare centre has been fined $14,500 after a three-year-old left unnoticed for nearly 30 minutes, highlighting serious supervision failures in early education safety protocols.
A 33-year-old woman faces nearly 20 fraud charges for allegedly running an unregistered daycare in Denham Court, committing $400,000 in fraud from November 2023 to April 2024.
Canberra mothers are calling for more flexible childcare subsidy solutions to better support working families and address the high costs of care in the capital.
A husband-and-wife team in Geelong is launching a boutique childcare centre in Belmont, aiming to provide personalised care and support local families with innovative early education services.
Hayley Kilroy from Glendale shares her inspiring journey of juggling motherhood with running a childcare business, offering tips for parents on achieving work-life harmony.
Childcare fees in Canberra have surged significantly, with costs increasing by over 20% in recent years, while many educators in the sector hold only minimal qualifications, raising concerns about quality and affordability for families.
Новость обсуждает важность доверия родителей к детским садам в Австралии, подчеркивая необходимость строгих стандартов безопасности и прозрачности в секторе раннего детства.
A Productivity Commission report reveals 2286 serious incidents in WA child care centres last year, including injuries and children left unsupervised, prompting a government review.
An Illawarra mother shares her positive experience with Kemblawarra Public Preschool, a fee-free government-funded preschool that eased her children's transition to kindergarten. The NSW government is expanding access with new preschools under constructio
A mother in regional Victoria is seeking answers after her three-year-old non-verbal daughter suffered significant injuries at a childcare centre in Echuca, with allegations another child used a shovel.
A family-owned Subiaco early learning centre has completed a $4 million rebuild and is set to reopen after a devastating 2024 fire destroyed 90% of the building.
Geelong's youngest learners have successfully navigated their inaugural week of school in 2026, showcasing resilience and excitement as they adapt to new routines and friendships.
The ACT government announces a review of educator-child ratios and considers mandatory registration for early childhood teachers following shocking incident reports from childcare centres.
Australia's childcare sector faces urgent calls for mandatory allergy and anaphylaxis training for all staff, as experts warn current regulations are failing children with rising allergy rates.
Western Australian Premier Roger Cook visited Roleystone Community College to kick off a full-time kindergarten trial, distributing backpacks to eager students like four-year-old Oliver Millar on a blistering first day of school.
Roleystone Community College begins a pioneering full-time kindergarten program this school year, aiming to enhance early childhood education outcomes for young learners in Western Australia.
Canberra's education authorities have decided against publishing Year 1 phonics test results, sparking debate about accountability versus student wellbeing in literacy reforms.
Big Fat Smile offers early learning, preschool, and OOSH care across the Illawarra, supporting 3,600 families with quality, affordable childcare solutions.
Families in Canberra's outer south are struggling after the Richardson Child Care and Education Centre announced its sudden closure, citing low enrolments. Parents report waitlists of up to 300 children at other centres.
Emergency services in Geelong successfully freed a young child who became trapped in a fence at the Kool Kidz childcare centre, highlighting safety concerns.
A former employee has revealed serious safety violations at a Townsville childcare centre, raising urgent concerns about child welfare and regulatory oversight in the region.
A revised proposal for a $3.5 million childcare centre in Mt Pleasant maintains its capacity for 113 children despite previous criticism over size, with a DAP meeting scheduled for February 3.
Disturbing new allegations have surfaced at an Ingham childcare centre, including reports of infants being placed in storerooms and a child sustaining injuries, sparking community outrage and calls for immediate investigation.
A new toolkit is being trialled in the Illawarra Shoalhaven to help integrate childcare centres into apartment buildings, business precincts and community centres, addressing severe shortages affecting over 70% of young children in the region.
A busy group early intervention program in Cairns for girls has secured Kickstarter funding, supporting youth development and community initiatives in Far North Queensland.
A regulatory gap prevents childcare centres from searching for employees with enforceable conditions. Experts call for urgent reform to protect children's safety. Read more.
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.
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.