Early childhood strategy: cost, staff shortages top Canberra concerns

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1. In Canberra, the early childhood education and care sector has identified workforce shortages, equitable access, affordability, and inclusion support for children with disabilities as key challenges.[

   Canberra's early childhood education and care sector has flagged workforce shortages, affordability, equitable access and inclusion support for children with disabilities as key challenges. The ACT strategy notes services here are the most expensive in Australia on average, and around 500 to 600 vulnerable three-year-olds miss out on early childhood education and care each year.

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2. 'Dismantle the upfront cost': ACT Greens call for portable rental bonds

   The ACT Greens are calling for portable rental bonds so renters can easily transfer their bond between properties, aiming to dismantle the upfront cost that blocks moves.

   canberratimes.com.au

3. Gambling minister to raise fears about new ATM site with Hellenic Club

   Gambling Minister Marisa Paterson says she has 'a lot of questions and concerns' about a proposed new ATM site at the Hellenic Club and will raise them with the club.

   canberratimes.com.au

4. DFAT offices listed for sale ahead of move to national security precinct

   DFAT offices have been listed for sale ahead of the department's move to a new national security precinct, with the recently extended lease offering a 'repositioning' opportunity.

   canberratimes.com.au

5. Early childhood sector urged to share challenges and priorities

   Early childhood educators, providers and stakeholders are being urged to complete a survey run by Regional Development Australia Southern NSW & ACT to help set priorities for the future of the sector.

   the-riotact.com

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