Activity Test abolished — families finally get fairer access to early learning
January 05, 2026
From today, tens of thousands of families will find it easier to access early childhood education and care, with the “Activity Test” officially scrapped.The reform...
Stamping out abuse in childcare: Why a National Early Childhood Commission is needed to prevent, not just respond
October 30, 2025
As the shocking number of allegations of child abuse reported to state and territory regulators continues to be revealed, children’s advocates and policy experts are...
Childcare abuse: Systemic failures have led to unacceptable risks for nation’s children
October 28, 2025
The revelation that more than 100 alleged or convicted child sexual offenders have been linked to early childhood education and care services in NSW is...
More heartbreaking and sickening abuse revelations in childcare: Parents advocacy group responds
October 27, 2025
Statement from Georgie Dent, CEO of advocacy group The Parenthood The early revelations from the upcoming Four Corners investigation into abuse in early childhood education and care are...
“Many people actually want more kids”: Record low birth rate reflects economic compromise
October 16, 2025
New ABS data showing Australia’s fertility rate has hit a record low highlights the need for more paid parental leave, universal early childhood education and...
Parents back calls for fair pay for NSW community preschool teachers
October 15, 2025
As many of NSW’s 710 community preschools close their doors today, parents' advocates are throwing their support behind teachers’ calls for fair pay. The Parenthood CEO...
Parents welcome NSW preschool investment, call for fair pay and national reform
September 17, 2025
Parents have welcomed the NSW Government’s $100 million investment in community preschools, saying it will boost access to quality early learning for families across the...
AUSTRALIA PAYING THE PRICE OF DELAY: NEW REPORT FINDS $22.3 BILLION SPENT TOO LATE ON CHILDREN
August 27, 2025
Government spending on crisis services for children and young people has surged 47% in just six years, reaching $22.3 billion annually, according to new research...
Senate inquiry established into safety and quality in early childhood education and care
August 26, 2025
The Parenthood has welcomed the establishment of a Senate inquiry into safety and quality in early childhood education and care“Safety and quality go hand in...
Childcare safety: Victoria calls for national reform to put child wellbeing over profits
August 20, 2025
Parents’ advocates have welcomed today’s announcement from the Victorian Government as a bold step in putting children first. Strengthened Working With Children Checks and other...
Opening Statement – NSW Parliamentary Committee Inquiry into the ECEC Sector Georgie Dent, CEO, The Parenthood
August 13, 2025
Opening Statement – NSW Parliamentary Committee Inquiry into the ECEC Sector Georgie Dent, CEO, The Parenthood Thank you, Chair and members of the Committee, for...
The Parenthood welcomes new Childcare Safety Bill but urges systemic reform to truly protect children
July 31, 2025
The Parenthood has welcomed the Federal Government’s new Childcare Safety Bill, passed in Parliament today, as a necessary step toward improving safety in early learning environments.However,...