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ACA Response to Inquiry into Child Care Package (Child Care Subsidy)

ACA Response to Inquiry into Child Care Package (Child Care Subsidy)

8 October 2019 Latest News
ACA welcomed the opportunity to contribute to the Inquiry into the Family A...
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Early Childhood Educators' Day 2019

Early Childhood Educators' Day 2019

8 September 2019 Latest News
Australia's early childhood educators enjoyed a heart-felt celebration and ...
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CCS Evaluation Report Sheds Light On Effect Of CCS On Families

CCS Evaluation Report Sheds Light On Effect Of CCS On Families

6 August 2019 Latest News
A recent CCS evaluation report commissioned by the Department of Education ...
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Two Days of Productive Political Engagement in Canberra!

Two Days of Productive Political Engagement in Canberra!

31 July 2019 Latest News
ACA President Paul Mondo and Vice President Nesha Hutchinson recently had t...
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We've launched this year's resources for Early Childhood Educators' Day!

We've launched this year's resources for Early Childhood Educators' Day!

23 June 2019 Latest News
This year Early Childhood Educators Day will take place on Wednesday 4th Se...
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We're proud to support the Little Rockers Red Nose Disco!

We're proud to support the Little Rockers Red Nose Disco!

21 June 2019 Latest News
The Australian Childcare Alliance (ACA) is proud to join forces with Little...
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ACA applauds landmark study

ACA applauds landmark study

19 June 2019 Latest News
Following today’s release of A Smart Investment For A Smarter Australia, a ...
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How the parties stack up on early learning

How the parties stack up on early learning

13 May 2019 Latest News
We've joined forces with the Early Learning and Care Council of Australia (...
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Overview of political party promises in the early learning space

Overview of political party promises in the early learning space

8 May 2019 Latest News
With the election date approaching, it’s a useful exercise to compare what ...
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More political engagement as the federal election approaches

More political engagement as the federal election approaches

26 April 2019 Latest News
With the federal election now called to take place on Sat 18th May, ACA has...
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Three Day Subsidy a Gamechanger for Disadvantaged and Vulnerable Families

Three Day Subsidy a Gamechanger for Disadvantaged and Vulnerable Families

6 January 2026 Latest News
FWC releases Final Determination on Children's Service Award under the gender-based undervaluation – priority awards review

FWC releases Final Determination on Children's Service Award under the gender-based undervaluation – priority awards review

11 December 2025 Latest News
ACA Welcomes Child Safety Reforms, Calls For Practical Implementation Support

ACA Welcomes Child Safety Reforms, Calls For Practical Implementation Support

1 December 2025 Latest News
Recalled play sand due to asbestos risks: CCS period of emergency declared

Recalled play sand due to asbestos risks: CCS period of emergency declared

20 November 2025 Latest News
ACA Response to Recent ABC Four Corners Report

ACA Response to Recent ABC Four Corners Report

29 October 2025 Latest News
Early Childhood Educators’ Day 2025: Celebrating the dedication of Australia’s early learning workforce

Early Childhood Educators’ Day 2025: Celebrating the dedication of Australia’s early learning workforce

3 September 2025 Latest News
ACA welcomes National Safety Crackdown in Early Learning

ACA welcomes National Safety Crackdown in Early Learning

25 August 2025 Latest News
ACA welcomes Child Safety Review findings and commits to working with government on reforms

ACA welcomes Child Safety Review findings and commits to working with government on reforms

20 August 2025 Latest News
National working with children checks will ensure a safer early learning sector

National working with children checks will ensure a safer early learning sector

15 August 2025 Latest News
Making discrimination-free employment decisions: A reminder to all employers in the ECEC sector

Making discrimination-free employment decisions: A reminder to all employers in the ECEC sector

23 July 2025 Latest News
2025 Federal Election

2025 Federal Election

15 April 2025 Latest News
ACA backs stronger regulations to prioritise child safety

ACA backs stronger regulations to prioritise child safety

27 March 2025 Latest News
We're proud to offer free support to help the whole sector access the Worker Retention Payment

We're proud to offer free support to help the whole sector access the Worker Retention Payment

18 March 2025 Latest News
Changes to activity test will benefit vulnerable and disadvantaged children

Changes to activity test will benefit vulnerable and disadvantaged children

13 February 2025 Latest News
ACA welcomes the Federal Government’s new measures to build universal early education and care system

ACA welcomes the Federal Government’s new measures to build universal early education and care system

12 December 2024 Latest News
New report raises serious doubts about $10-a-day childcare

New report raises serious doubts about $10-a-day childcare

10 December 2024 Latest News
ACA welcomes Productivity Commission Final Report and encourages Federal Government to act swiftly

ACA welcomes Productivity Commission Final Report and encourages Federal Government to act swiftly

18 September 2024 Latest News
Nationwide celebrations for Early Childhood Educators Day were a resounding success!

Nationwide celebrations for Early Childhood Educators Day were a resounding success!

5 September 2024 Latest News
ACA commends Albanese Government for committing to fully fund a pay rise for the ECEC workforce from December 2024

ACA commends Albanese Government for committing to fully fund a pay rise for the ECEC workforce from December 2024

8 August 2024 Latest News
ACA celebrates the Federal Government's commitment to a wage rise for the ECEC sector

ACA celebrates the Federal Government's commitment to a wage rise for the ECEC sector

13 May 2024 Latest News