Labor pushes universal childcare with new data laws
Anthony Albanese aims to make universal childcare his political legacy as Labor advances plans requiring private operators to share commercial data. Discover the government's ambitious reforms.
Anthony Albanese aims to make universal childcare his political legacy as Labor advances plans requiring private operators to share commercial data. Discover the government's ambitious reforms.
Former TV presenter Kellie Sloane becomes the new leader of the NSW Liberals, marking a significant shift for the party ahead of the 2027 state election. Discover the challenges she faces.
Former journalist Kellie Sloane becomes the third woman to lead NSW Liberals, facing party challenges and housing policy dilemmas. Discover the implications.
Mark Speakman retains leadership while Kellie Sloane becomes deputy in NSW Liberal Party reshuffle following electoral defeat. Discover the new direction.
A dangerous bushfire on the NSW South Coast has been downgraded to a Watch and Act warning after residents were told it was 'too late to evacuate'. Stay informed with the latest updates.
Sydney and surrounding regions face potential flash flooding and damaging winds as an intense East Coast Low develops, with emergency services on high alert and residents urged to prepare.
Commuters across Sydney and New South Wales face severe disruptions as significant delays hit the rail network, with Transport for NSW issuing urgent warnings and alternative travel advice.
Millions of British families face soaring childcare costs as emergency government funding introduced during COVID-19 is scheduled to end next year, threatening the stability of nurseries and childcare providers nationwide.
Northern Territory authorities launch urgent investigation after 18-month-old Ebony Thompson dies suddenly at a Darwin childcare facility, leaving family and community devastated.
Shocking allegations of child abuse at ABC Childcare centres spark nationwide police investigation. Exclusive details reveal disturbing patterns and systemic failures in safeguarding vulnerable children.
Correctional officers across New South Wales have walked off the job, plunging the state's prison system into complete lockdown amid escalating concerns about staff safety and chronic understaffing.
Parents across England face unprecedented financial pressure as two-week autumn half-term holidays create childcare nightmares and expose the true cost of school breaks.
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in serious incidents reported across Victoria's childcare centres, with allegations of violence, abuse and neglect rising by nearly 50% in just one year.
Exclusive investigation reveals how New South Wales' flagship infill housing policy is delivering luxury apartments instead of promised affordable homes, exacerbating Sydney's housing crisis.
Shocking safety breach at Little Zak's Doonside as three-year-old boy escapes unsupervised, sparking urgent investigation into childcare centre protocols and staff accountability.
A childcare worker at Little Zaks Academy in Doonside has been convicted of assault after CCTV captured her violently handling a young child, sparking outrage and raising serious safeguarding concerns.
Shocking new figures reveal HMRC is demanding thousands of pounds back from struggling families due to childcare payment miscalculations in the Universal Credit system.
Jenny's Kindergarten in Sydney's west has been shut down by regulators after multiple breaches were uncovered, leaving parents scrambling for alternative childcare arrangements.
A Canberra childcare worker stands accused of horrific child sexual abuse offences against a young boy, with police revealing disturbing details of the alleged crimes that have shaken the community.
Two senior executives at Affinity Education have stepped down following a series of damaging childcare controversies, including allegations of falsified sleep records and inadequate supervision at their facilities.
Shocking allegations emerge from Fiji as Arvind Ajay Singh, a British national, faces multiple child sex charges alongside another man at a Suva childcare facility, sending shockwaves through the community.
A community mourns as an 11-year-old boy loses his life in a horrific ute rollover in northern NSW, with another child injured in the devastating incident that occurred while the vehicle was being driven illegally.
With a US government shutdown looming, Democrats are fighting to protect a landmark childcare bill that could prevent thousands of facilities from closing and save working parents from crisis.
Shadow Education Secretary unveils Labour's ambitious plan to slash childcare costs and create 100,000 new nursery places across England in major pre-election pledge.
New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet has abruptly resigned from politics following a scathing anti-corruption report and internal party pressure, triggering a leadership contest in Australia's most populous state.
Psychiatrists across New South Wales' public hospitals have won a significant 20% salary increase following a successful dispute resolution with NSW Health, addressing long-standing workforce retention concerns.
A landmark court ruling has exposed systemic issues with NSW Police strip search practices, prompting urgent calls for reform and raising serious human rights concerns.
Senior executives at Australia's largest childcare provider received massive bonuses despite shocking allegations of systemic abuse and safety failures within their centres, sparking public fury.
In a major shake-up for law enforcement, Deputy Commissioner Mal Lanyon has been named as the next NSW Police Commissioner, succeeding Karen Webb who steps down after a challenging tenure marked by controversy.
The UK's expanded 30 hours of free childcare scheme is now open for applications. This guide explains the new April 2024 eligibility rules, how to apply, and what working parents need to know.