Edge Early Learning closes second Canberra centre after regulator suspension

Edge Early Learning permanently closed its Charnwood childcare centre in Canberra after regulators suspended it for three months over safety.

Why it mattersThis shows serious safety risks in childcare. It also shows the dangers when childcare centres have high staff turnover and cannot keep experienced staff.

AustraliaCanberra families lose childcare places and must find alternative providers as Edge's operational problems force service closures.

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Sydney teen dies in incident under investigation for sexual asphyxiation

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