The Victorian Government will overhaul child safety and the regulation of early childhood education and care that will put child safety at the centre of every decision and rebuild trust in the sector.
On 2 July 2025, the Premier commissioned an independent Rapid Child Safety Review (the Review) in response to distressing allegations of abuse in childcare centres.
The Review, led by Mr Jay Weatherill AO and Ms Pam White PSM, has identified key actions for government to take to improve child safety – including actions Victoria can take to accelerate the child-safety reforms being considered nationally.
The Victorian Government accepts and will act urgently to implement all 22 recommendations of the Review to strengthen safety standards in early childhood education and care, to keep Victorian children safe. Read here