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2 weeks ago

Changes to Voluntary Contributions Policy for the 2026 School Year

In many schools, parents have become used to receiving formal requests from the school to pay for a whole range of things. While officially ‘voluntary’, many parents have felt pressured to pay. More broadly the Federation…

4 weeks ago

Message from The CEO

As we arrive at the final stretch of the school year, there’s a particular kind of energy in the air. The finish line is visible, but we’re not there yet….

2 months ago

Message from The CEO

As we head into Term 4, it’s not only a busy time for schools but also a critical moment for planning ahead to 2026. For many principals, staff, and P&Cs,…

3 months ago

Elections Now Open for the P&C Federation Board 2025

Elections Now Open for the P&C Federation Board 2025 Nominations have officially opened for the 2025 P&C Federation Board, marking the beginning of the annual process to elect representatives who…

3 months ago

Message From The CEO

I am very pleased to announce that registrations are now open for our Conference, as well as nominations for our Annual Awards. These are two enormously significant parts of our…

3 months ago

Message from the CEO

As the peak body for nearly 2,000 P&C Associations across NSW, we hear from a wide spectrum of parents and carers every day. Each Association represents a unique school community,…

4 months ago

Message from the CEO

Happy Public Education Week! This week has been a privilege – visiting schools, seeing your successes, hearing about the projects you’ve delivered, the events you’ve run and the strong community…

4 months ago

Message from the CEO

Welcome back to Term 3. I hope you had a chance to enjoy the break and step back from some of the usual demands of the school week. Term 3…

4 months ago

Celebrating Public Education Week 2025

Public Education Week is coming up in a few weeks – running from Monday 4 to Friday 8 August — and we want to celebrate the incredible contribution P&C Associations…

5 months ago

NSW Parliament hearing on foundational and disability supports for children and young people

The P&C Federation proudly represents the voices of parents and families in NSW public education. We are privileged to listen to their experiences and advocate on their behalf to government…

5 months ago

Message from the CEO

At the P&C Federation we are always focused on the bigger picture, ensuring that every school community has a fair chance to thrive. This week a conversation with a representative…

6 months ago

Message from the CEO

As we approach the middle of the year, we’re also coming up to membership renewal time – an important part of the admin calendar for all P&C Associations. Both your…

6 months ago

Message from the CEO

This week is National Reconciliation Week, a time for all of us to reflect on the importance of strengthening relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the wider…

6 months ago

Message from the CEO

One of the special things about being part of an organisation that’s over a century old is the sense of legacy. Recently, we made room in our office for the…

7 months ago

President’s Message

Welcome back to Term 2! I hope the break brought some rest, connection, and perhaps even a quiet moment or two. As schools across NSW swing back into action, I…

8 months ago

Message from the CEO

As Term 1 draws closer to the end, it is remarkable to reflect on how much has happened in the school year already. In our school communities, in the broader…

8 months ago

President’s Message

I hope everyone has had a wonderful Harmony Week and enjoyed the celebrations taking place in schools across New South Wales! It has been a pleasure to hear your stories…

9 months ago

Historic Day for Public Education

The P&C Federation of NSW celebrates this historic day for public education – the announcement of an agreement to fund public schools in NSW to 100% of the School Resourcing…

10 months ago

Letter to the Hon. Anthony Albanese MP and the Hon. Jason Clare MP

22 January 2025 The Hon. Anthony Albanese MP Prime Minister of Australia Parliament House Canberra, ACT 2600 The Hon. Jason Clare MP Minister for Education Parliament House Canberra, ACT 2600…

10 months ago

Letter to the Hon. Peter Dutton MP and Senator Sarah Henderson

22 January 2025 The Hon. Peter Dutton MP Leader of the Opposition Parliament House Canberra, ACT 2600 Senator Sarah Henderson Shadow Minister for Education Parliament House Canberra, ACT 2600 Subject:…

10 months ago

Celebrating Our 2024 Volunteer Award Winners

We are delighted to announce the winners of this year’s P&C Federation of NSW Volunteer Awards! Each year, we are inspired by the dedication of volunteers, P&C Associations, and school…

10 months ago

P&C Federation Urges Major Parties to Commit to Free and Fully Funded Public Education

22 January 2025 The Federation of Parents and Citizens Associations of New South Wales (P&C Federation) has written to the Prime Minister, the Leader of the Opposition, and their respective…

12 months ago

P&C Federation Welcomes New President

The P&C Federation of NSW is proud to announce a new chapter in its leadership, as Aresha Quaass has been elected as President of the Board following the December Board…

1 year ago

P&C Federation Meets with Deputy Premier to Advocate for Parents and Carers in NSW

Today, Yvonne Hilsz, President of the P&C Federation of NSW, and Gemma Quinn, CEO of the Federation, met with The Deputy Premier of NSW, The Hon. Prue Car MP, Minister…

1 year ago

Message from the CEO

This week, I had the privilege of standing alongside teachers, principals, students, and staff in public education to represent NSW parents in calling for full funding of our public schools….

1 year ago

Message from the CEO

As we mark Public Education Week, I want to take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the incredible community that makes our public schools in NSW truly exceptional. For over…

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