The Australian Childcare Alliance (ACA) is concerned about the lack of certainty regarding wage funding for the early learning workforce in the Federal Government’s 2026–27 Budget. The absence of any funding commitment raises serious concerns about workforce stability across the sector.

The Australian Childcare Alliance (ACA) welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement that it will begin consultation on establishing a national Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Commission, describing it as an important opportunity to strengthen oversight and improve outcomes across the sector.