The Early Years Learning Framework describes the principles, practice and outcomes essential to support and enhance young children’s learning from birth to five years of age, as well as their transition to school. The Framework has a strong emphasis on play-based learning as play is the best vehicle for young children’s learning providing the most...

All Australian governments have endorsed the first National Framework for Protecting Australia’s Children 2009-2020 and are committed to implementing the initial actions it contains. It is a long-term, national approach to help protect all Australian children.

Undertaken by a panel of experts led by Professor Gordon Stanley, this review was established to inform best practice for teaching numeracy and mathematics. The report makes 15 recommendations with a focus on: • the need for early, systematic teaching of numeracy and mathematics that includes assessment activities to ensure that all students have the...

This report by the Council of Australian Governments’ National Reform Initiative Working Group makes a series of recommendations in relation to workforce participation and productivity and increased prevention and early intervention within the health system. The recommendations were largely adopted by the COAG meeting in February 2006.

This strategy aims to improve mental health and facilitate recovery from illness through a greater focus on promotion, prevention and early intervention; improved access to mental health services, including in Indigenous and rural communities; more stable accommodation and support; and meaningful participation in recreational, social, employment and other activities in the community.