Early education taskforce says parents need extra support to get back to work.

A new review says some groups' lack of participation in early childhood education needs to be addressed.

Taskforce to advocate better performance reporting so carers can compare centres.

Childcare managers made false claims about where they worked that helped the country's largest daycare company boost its taxpayer funding to $60 million, documents show.

Christchurch rebuild, leaky-home repairs will be pressure points.

Over-55s wanting to retrain or upskill being sent wrong message, say critics.

National Standards, broadband get more but unions say parents will fund gap.

Savings include KiwiSaver clawbacks while big spend is on quake and education.

Next week's budget will provide up to $42 million for trades training for Canterbury to meet labour demand.

Labour is accusing John Key of using his police security officers more than he needs to.