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New model for better support in ECEC and schools

13 February, 2026

The Thriving Kids Advisory Group Report, released by the federal government, recommends how the new initiative should operate to better address the needs of young children with developmental delay and autism. 

What is Thriving Kids? 

Thriving Kids is a new national system of supports for children aged 8 and under with developmental delay and/or autism with low to moderate support needs, and their families, carers and kin. 

 

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