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Early learning sector reminded to contribute to NQF Review before 30 April deadline
21 April 2021
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ACA will put forward a written submission on behalf of our members nation-w...
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ACA applauds extension of BAC wage subsidy initiative
9 March 2021
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The Australian Childcare Alliance (ACA) has commended the Australian Govern...
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ACA advocating that early learning sector should be a priority group for COVID-19 vaccination in Australia
19 January 2021
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The Australian Childcare Alliance (ACA) has been in discussions with the Au...
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COVID-19 information for the ECEC sector
11 January 2021
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The Department of Education, Skills & Employment (DESE) is reminding Early ...
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ACA welcomes new Education Minister and thanks the Australian Government for its support in 2020
21 December 2020
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ACA welcomes the Hon Alan Tudge, new Minister for Education and Youth, and ...
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ACA announces new Executive Committee for 2020/2021
1 December 2020
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ACA National held it's Annual General Meeting (AGM) recently and voted in t...
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ACA welcomes the Productivity Commission’s recommendations for the prevention of mental health issues in our youngest Australians
19 November 2020
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ACA welcomes the recommendations for ‘generational reform’ of mental healt...
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Working families & the early learning sector now recognised by all parties - Disadvantaged children still falling through the cracks
9 October 2020
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Labor’s budget-in-reply response highlights just how critical the early lea...
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Melbourne's early learning sector opens up again to all families
27 September 2020
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Melbourne's early learning providers and families are relieved and excited ...
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ACA commends Australian Government for continued support of early learning sector in difficult times
20 September 2020
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ACA has applauded the Australian Government for extending support for Victo...
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Childcare Licence Fees to Rise Up to 1000% - Sector Warns of Service Cuts and Impact on Families
25 February 2026
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Decoding the Gender-based Undervaluation Review: Our Essential Guidance Tools for ECEC Providers
11 February 2026
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Three Day Subsidy a Gamechanger for Disadvantaged and Vulnerable Families
6 January 2026
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FWC releases Final Determination on Children's Service Award under the gender-based undervaluation – priority awards review
11 December 2025
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ACA Welcomes Child Safety Reforms, Calls For Practical Implementation Support
1 December 2025
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Recalled play sand due to asbestos risks: CCS period of emergency declared
20 November 2025
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ACA Response to Recent ABC Four Corners Report
29 October 2025
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Early Childhood Educators’ Day 2025: Celebrating the dedication of Australia’s early learning workforce
3 September 2025
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ACA welcomes National Safety Crackdown in Early Learning
25 August 2025
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ACA welcomes Child Safety Review findings and commits to working with government on reforms
20 August 2025
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National working with children checks will ensure a safer early learning sector
15 August 2025
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Making discrimination-free employment decisions: A reminder to all employers in the ECEC sector
23 July 2025
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2025 Federal Election
15 April 2025
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ACA backs stronger regulations to prioritise child safety
27 March 2025
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We're proud to offer free support to help the whole sector access the Worker Retention Payment
18 March 2025
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Changes to activity test will benefit vulnerable and disadvantaged children
13 February 2025
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ACA welcomes the Federal Government’s new measures to build universal early education and care system
12 December 2024
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New report raises serious doubts about $10-a-day childcare
10 December 2024
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ACA welcomes Productivity Commission Final Report and encourages Federal Government to act swiftly
18 September 2024
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Nationwide celebrations for Early Childhood Educators Day were a resounding success!
5 September 2024
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