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As the voice for parents and early learning service providers, ELAA often comments on sector issues and events. Search our media releases.
Media Releases - May 2023
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Migration, fair wages, and a managed market all critical for early childhood in a Care and Support Economy
29 May 2023
The launch of a Draft National Strategy for the Care and Support Economy by Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, yesterday is a key step forward to understanding what works to attract and keep workers across the care sector including Early Childhood Education and Care workers.
“We know in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) that we rely on migrants, especially for our casual labour pool that dried up during COVID,” said Acting Early Learning Association Australia (ELAA) CEO, Megan O’Connell.
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Vic Budget makes it easier for all children to reap the benefits of early learning
23 May 2023
The Andrew’s Government Victorian 23–24 Budget reflects its commitment to delivering on the Best Start, Best Life kindergarten reform initiatives while demonstrating the Government is listening to calls to improve access, participation and inclusion in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC).
“We are especially pleased to see $18.1 million committed to improving access for children with additional needs including a review of Kindergarten Inclusion Support program,” said ELAA Acting CEO, Megan O’Connell.
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Future generations will thank the Productivity Commission if it ‘gets it right’ on early childhood
19 May 2023
All Australian children do not have equal access to early education.
Despite a wealth of Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) service providers and funding models across Australia, not every child and family can access what they need to thrive. Indeed, the current system is overly complex and difficult for families to navigate.
In its submission to the Australian Productivity Commission, Early Learning Association Australia (ELAA) has asked that the Government prioritise access and participation by simplifying systems and supporting families to enrol in ECEC.
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