An ABC investigation into Victoria’s working with children check system has revealed investigation processes inconsistent with other states and territories.

"Today's decision will have a profound impact on employers, many of which will struggle to meet the scale of increased costs," CEO Innes Willox said.

A 150 year old primary school in the Illawarra region could soon enjoy new life as a multimillion-dollar early learning service.

The effect of the Four Corners story will have a long-lasting impact on attraction and retention of male educators” Uni SA’s Dr Martyn Mills-Bayne said.

Play Matters Australia recently launched a Rural and Remote Playgroup Grants program, aimed at supporting playgroups in rural and remote communities across Queensland through 2 distinct funding ...

As early childhood educators settle into the new year and begin to understand their new group of children, many are already noticing those who may need a little extra support. Perhaps it’s a child who ...

The views expressed by contributors are their own and not the view of The Sector. Do you feel like the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector is more divided than ever lately? Are you ...

The CCS Provider Helpdesk will be closed on Friday 18 April (Good Friday) and Monday 21 April (Easter Monday) for the holiday period. The helpdesk will reopen at 9 am AEST next Tuesday 22 April.

The Expert Panel for pay equity in the care and community sector has issued its initial decision in the Gender-based undervaluation – priority awards review (the Review), which considered whether ...

The Tasmanian Government’s Youth Career Facilitator (YCF) program is boosting sector and industry connections and practical and on-the-job experience for students in Year 9 and 10 in a variety of ...

Guardian Childcare & Education has introduced To BE Me, a new curriculum for children from birth to six years of age which is designed to support them to learn and grow through each stage. Using ...