Gastroenteritis Update

Good morning, families! We have just been informed by Lauren James (Surveillance Officer, Public Health Unit, Western NSW) that while we reported a gastroenteritis occurrence on 12 January and 16 January, they have deemed to be not an outbreak. We will continue to...

Public Health Alert: Viral gastroenteritis on the rise

People in NSW are encouraged to stay on alert for symptoms of gastroenteritis, with testing and hospital data showing a significant rise in cases in recent weeks across the state. Rotavirus is one common cause of viral gastroenteritis and can be particularly severe in...

Changes to CCS from July 2023

From July 2023, most families using childcare will get more Child Care Subsidy (CCS). Here’s what you need to know: The maximum amount of CCS is increasing from 85% to 90%. Families earning $80,000 or less will get 90% subsidy. Families earning over $80,000 and...