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Strengthening early childhood education and care regulation – legislation introduced
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Today, the Australian Government introduced legislation to strengthen regulation of the early childhood education and care sector.
Provider tool kit
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Commonly used resources for early childhood education and care providers and services. Find guides, task cards, forms, videos and more.
Online contact form
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For enquiries relating to education or child care. This form can also be used for questions about the department.
Activity test for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children
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Families can get at least 36 hours of Child Care Subsidy (CCS) per fortnight for each Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander child in their care. This is regardless of their family’s activity level.
Managed Growth for a sustainable international education sector
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The Australian Government remains committed to a high quality, resilient international education sector with sustainable growth.
The Australian Government has announced a National Planning Level of 295,000 for 2026.
Factsheet - Indicative allocations for higher education new overseas student commencements 2026
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This document contains indicative 2026 New Overseas Student Commencement (NOSC) allocations for higher education providers.
Factsheet - Managed Growth for International Education – Arrangement for 2026
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The document contains further information on 2026 arrangements for Managed Growth for International Education.
Charging fees
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Watch this video to ensure you submit accurate and complete session reports, including the correct fee, for each session of care.
Caring for relatives – the less than 50% rule
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Watch this video to learn about the rules for Family Day Care educators who care for relatives in their extended family.
Background checks video
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Watch this video to learn what background checks you and your relevant staff need.
Online complaint form
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The Department of Education (the department) welcomes feedback about its operations and services, and is committed to ensuring that its management of complaints is fair, accessible, responsive, efficient, and integrated.
Student Testimonials
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Regional University Study Hubs help students in regional and remote areas access higher education without having to leave their community. Hear from students about the benefits of studying at a hub.
20% reduction of student loan debt
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The Australian Government’s Universities Accord (Cutting Student Debt by 20 per cent) Bill 2025 has passed Parliament.
Work with us
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The Department of Education is building a better and fairer education system for all Australians.