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National Alliance of Early Childhood Education and Care

Contact

Speak with the secretariat

NAECEC engages directly with government, regulators, parliamentarians, media and the wider sector. Tell us what you need and we will route it to the right person.

Government & policy

Departments, regulators, parliamentary offices and policy teams seeking briefings, sector data or consultation input.

Media

Journalists and press offices seeking comment, background or an interview with a NAECEC spokesperson. Media enquiries receive priority handling.

Membership

Professional providers interested in membership, and existing members with questions about representation or the Association's positions.

General

All other enquiries, including sector partners, researchers and community organisations.

Frequently asked

What is NAECEC?
NAECEC is the National Alliance of Early Childhood Education and Care Limited, an Australian national association representing professional early childhood education and care providers. It provides a unified national voice on policy, funding and regulatory matters affecting the delivery of early education across Australia.
Who does NAECEC represent?
NAECEC represents professional early education providers operating across Australia, including privately owned and operated services that make a significant contribution to the nation's education and care sector.
Is NAECEC politically aligned?
No. The Association is politically independent and engages constructively with all levels of government, regulators and stakeholders. Advocacy is guided by evidence, sector expertise and a commitment to positive outcomes for children and families.
What are NAECEC's advocacy priorities?
Initial priorities include funding equity across provider types, transparency and accountability in subsidy frameworks, workforce sustainability and wage reform, planning and regulatory reform to grow capacity, recognition of professional private providers, reducing unnecessary regulatory burden, and promoting a balanced, evidence-based public narrative.
How can government, regulators or media contact NAECEC?
Enquiries from government, departments, regulators, parliamentarians and media can be directed to the NAECEC secretariat through the contact page. Media enquiries receive priority handling.