11,000+ early childhood teachers and supporters present petition to NZ Parliament for maintaining pay parity with kindergarten, primary, and secondary educators.

11,000+ early childhood teachers and supporters to present petition to NZ Parliament for maintaining pay parity with kindergarten, primary, and secondary educators. Scheme crucial for addressing staffing shortages and attracting new talent. Petition also calls for safe, high-quality working and learning conditions. Concerns raised over recent regulatory review's impact on parity funding and sector progress.