76 Goodstart Early Learning centres were successful in the Victorian Government's Inclusive Equipment Grant and will receive indoor and outdoor equipment to make their kindergarten programs more inclusive. goodstart.org.au/because-we-are…

Jacinta Allan Victorian Department of Education

Heard about $10 a day childcare in Quebec? ECEC in NSW is higher quality (more qualified staff & better paid), more accessible (more places) and still <$10 a day for 40% of children on lower incomes. Full report below goodstart.org.au/news/comparing…

Excited to have Prue Car MP and Jihad Dib MP at Goodstart Wentworthville this morning to launch the Brighter Beginnings Parent and Carer Information Hub to help parents navigate the early years.

'The feeling of professional joy is indescribable!' Goodstart Red Hill's Centre Director shares her reaction to their Excellent rating! Only 30 centres in Australia have this honour. They're one of 4 Goodstart centres achieving this in just 4 years. goodstart.org.au/news/coveted-e…

The announcement of a National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Children's Commissioner is a win for First Nations children and families. Every child deserves to thrive; be nurtured and be connected to their identity and grow up in culture.

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Its in! Goodstart sub to Productivity Commission ECEC inquiry. 115 pages of sage advice on how to deliver a truly universal ECEC system.

Vic Childrens Minister Lizzie Blandthorn came bearing good news to Goodstart West Melton that 600 early learning services incl 13 Goodstart centres will receive grants for Bush Kinder. The latest initiative from Victorian Department of Education that continues to lead the nation in ECEC policy.

Goodstart Tapping earns Epilepsy WA 'Epilepsy Smart' Status! We applaud the Tapping team for being champions of inclusive education, creating a safe and supportive space where all children can engage in learning experiences.

Thank you to Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers MP and Dunkley candidate Jodie Belyea for today's visit. They discussed upcoming tax benefits for families and the vital role of early childhood educators. Our Head of Advocacy emphasized the importance of improving wages in our sector.

Media release from Goodstart welcoming today's ACCC final report on ECEC.

Every child deserves access to quality early learning. That's why we welcome the findings of the ACCC ECEC report. Families face many challenges in finding affordable, high-quality care but together, we can ensure every child has access to the learning they need to thrive.

Goodstart Early Learning centres are delighted to purchase Victorian products with the Victorian Governments ‘Educational Toys & Equipment’ grant to support children's play based learning.
Jacinta Allan Victorian Department of Education

An early childhood educator from Pialba is in the running for the state's Teach X community award. She's hoping her nomination will inspire others to take up a career in the industry. 7NEWS.com.au Rebekah Jensen #7NEWS

We understand our responsibility to ensure children grow up with connection and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, people and history. We unite in support for the constitutional recognition of Indigenous people through a Voice to Parliament. #Yes23

👍 Queensland Department of Education who have released a new ECEC workforce strategy with $80M to support the attraction, retention and support of educators and teachers.
Great news for QLDers looking for a career in early learning with the release of the ECEC Workforce Strategy by the QLD Gov

Congrats to 3 Townsville Graduate Stars who have started their careers as Early Childhood Educators. Chelsea, Jacinta & Jayvina all have a caring and empathetic nature and have embraced working with children and the opportunity for a traineeship with @Goodstartel.
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📢 We have some exciting news! Goodstart educators are receiving a significant boost to their wage! Our people absolutely make the difference each and every day to children and their families.

Webiste: goodstart.org.au/news/7-wage-ri…

Goodstart built a new 126 place early learning centre in Bellevue Ave, Rosanna. The service offers 3 & 4 year old kinder, long day care plus learning spaces for kids aged under 3. A community asset funded in part by a $1.5mil Andrews Govt grant. Thanks Minister Ingrid Stitt MP

PM Anthony Albanese dropped into Goodstart Tweed Heads this morning to explain the basics of footy teams to follow. They like bunnies. He also explained how much more affordable access to early learning becomes in July.