Speeches

Opening Speech From 2003 Conference

The President's opening address at the 2003 ECC Conference in Christchurch focussed on 5 key issues;- Contribution of early childhood education to this country and in particular the economic and social benefits: In short I want to highlight the justification for public investment Role of the State and the role of the entrepreneur Benefits of Bulk Funding Profit and the Education market Government Policy Review and solutions for a brighter future For a copy of the full speech click here d1_presidentsopenspeech.zip (139K)

18/03/03 - Ross Penman