Building blocks for better childhood outcomes in focus

EducationHQ News Team

By EducationHQ News Team
Published February 17, 2023

An early-childhood development policy overhaul aims to make Australia the best place to raise a child.

The government is committed to improving young people's lives, Anthony Albanese says. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

Following the success of the jobs and skills summit last year, the Government welcomed 100 childhood development experts for its ...

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