important dates and events
New Child Care Package – Frequently asked questions
Need some questions answered about the New Child Care Package click on the link HERE to view ‘Frequently asked questions’
Read MoreGet ready for the 2018 NQS
Did you know the revised National Quality Standard (NQS) on 1 February 2018 signals some changes to the Exceeding NQS rating? A revised NQS will be introduced 1 February 2018 in all states and territories, including Western Australia. Find out more about changes to the National Quality Framework HERE
Read MoreSignificant Changes To The Privacy Act
On 22 February 2018, the Privacy Act will be amended requiring early childhood education and care providers to take certain steps if any personal or sensitive information they hold about families and/or children, is improperly accessed, disclosed or lost, attracting fines up to $1.8 Million. Services will be required under the amendments to proactively protect…
Read MoreHubWorks! supports the new Child Care Package
The new Child Care Package is coming and CCMS Providers need to be re registered by April 01, 2018. HubWorks! our nominated software provider supports the new Child Care Package enhancements for efficiency, and will provide assistance to our service and families, every step of the way. Below is their journey of how far they…
Read MoreNew Business Support Tools and Resources For Child Care Services
The Australian Government will invest an estimated $37 billion on child care support over the next four years. This significant investment includes an increase of around $2.5 billion to support the implementation of the new child care package. The package will make our child care system more flexible, more accessible, more affordable and targeted to…
Read MoreChildren’s Book Week 2017
This week (18-25 August) is The Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Children’s Book Week. Each year, across Australia, The CBCA brings children and books together to celebrate Children’s Book Week. The festivities happen in libraries, book stores, schools and early childhood settings and there are often book parades, story time sessions and special displays.…
Read MorePrepare for changes to the National Quality Framework – 1st October, 2017
The education and care sector is preparing for the changes to the National Quality Framework (NQF). Are you across these changes and how they will impact on your role? In the coming months, we will be showcasing new resources in the ACECQA newsletter to help providers and educators across all service types. Our website has…
Read MoreStaring School Adventure Day – 17th June, 2017
STARTING SCHOOL ADVENTURE DAY ON THIS SATURDAY – NORTH IPSWICH Our very own Educational Leaders Wendy & Merinda are working alongside other community members for this exciting event to take place. Please promote with your families and networks as it is a fantastic day (full of free activities and information stalls) for children who are…
Read MoreStarting School Adventure Day
Our very own Educational Leader Wendy is working alongside other community members for this exciting event to take place…
Read MoreFamily Update — CCR Payment Option 2017-2018 Reminder
REMINDER – If changing your Child Care Rebate (CCR) payment option for the 2017-18 financial year, you need to do it by 30 JUNE 2017. If you receive your Child Care Benefit (CCB) as reduced fees your CCR can be paid: – directly to your child care service to reduce your fees – to you…
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