childcare

  • ‘Childcare deserts’ a concern

    There are more than five children for each place in childcare centres outside of Colac, a new report shows.

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  • Locals share views on centre proposal

    Neighbours say the location of a proposed out-of-school hours childcare centre in Colac’s Hesse Street will limit children’s outdoor play, impact the area’s heritage significance and increase traffic.

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  • Childcare plans head to council

    Plans for a proposed out-of-school hours childcare centre in Colac’s Hesse Street have raised concerns about the appropriateness of the location.

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  • Proposed childcare site opposed

    A group of Elliminyt residents acknowledge the need for more childcare services in Colac but say they will oppose a proposed $1.2-million childcare centre in Hart Street because of safety concerns and potential road congestion.

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  • Childcare opening imminent

    A new Colac kindergarten could open as soon as next month, as demand for childcare continues to surge.

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  • Childcare demand will come under scrutiny

    A survey of Colac and district families will aim to help attract more childcare services to the region.

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  • Family day care proves costly

    Surf Coast Shire Council will no longer manage family day care from next year.

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  • Apollo Bay childcare push

    Colac Otway Shire Council is pushing the State Government to put one of its promised childcare centres at Apollo Bay, a regional leader says.

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