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New public preschools to boost early learning access in Sydney’s north-west

The NSW Government has announced the construction of two new public preschools as part of a major infrastructure package to meet rising demand in Sydney’s rapidly growing north-west. Located in Gables and Box Hill, the preschools will support access to high-quality, fee-free early childhood education, co-located with new public primary schools for streamlined family access.

2025-07-04 08:30:36

by Fiona Alston

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Embark Early Education flagged as “Strong Buy” despite modest ROE

Embark Early Education Limited (ASX:EVO) has been labelled a “Strong Buy” by analysts, with its robust earnings growth and high dividend yield offsetting concerns over its modest return on equity (ROE).

2025-07-04 08:00:27

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MacKillop Family Services launches third Reconciliation Action Plan

MacKillop Family Services has taken another significant step in its reconciliation journey with the launch of its third Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) on July 1, reaffirming its commitment to building respectful, collaborative relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The new Stretch RAP outlines a long-term strategy for embedding culturally safe and responsive practices across all areas of the organisation

2025-07-04 08:42:42

by Fiona Alston

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Supervision gaps can lead to child abuse – what can be done?

The horrific allegations of child abuse by an early childhood educator in Victoria came to light at a time when the early learning sector was already under fire for previous abuse revelations and safety breaches.

2025-07-04 07:15:12

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Childcare properties continue strong run in national commercial auction series

Childcare properties have continued to perform strongly in commercial property auctions, with early learning centres accounting for several standout sales in Burgess Rawson’s latest three-day portfolio event, which concluded in Brisbane with a total of $34 million in sales and a 100 per cent clearance rate.

2025-07-04 11:00:52

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New report highlights key employment and education trends in regional Australia

Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) has released a landmark report analysing the unique challenges and opportunities shaping the workforce in regional Australia. The Jobs and Skills Roadmap for Regional Australia Phase 1 provides critical insights into how education, training and employment systems can better meet the needs of communities beyond metropolitan centres.

2025-07-04 09:15:34

by Fiona Alston

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Thriving Futures: BHP renews $3.9m commitment to regional ECEC workforce

Western Australia's early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector is set to benefit from a renewed three-year partnership between BHP and Child Australia, focused on building a sustainable workforce in regional communities. The $3.9 million funding commitment will expand the reach and impact of the Thriving Futures initiative, which has already delivered measurable improvements in workforce stability and access to early learning in the Pilbara and Goldfields.

2025-07-04 09:00:37

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Seven Greater Shepparton early learning centres awarded for oral health leadership

Seven early learning services in Greater Shepparton have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to children’s oral health through the Smiles 4 Miles program, an initiative led by Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV).

2025-07-04 07:30:25

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Supporting children after trauma: how to talk about distressing events

Children rely on the adults around them to feel safe and secure. When a frightening or distressing event disrupts this sense of safety, it can have a significant impact on a child's wellbeing. Whether the trauma is experienced directly through events such as a natural disaster, accident, or death or encountered through media exposure, the way adults respond is critical in supporting a child’s recovery.

2025-07-03 07:10:16

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NSW Government launches sweeping reforms to improve safety and transparency in early learning

2025-06-30 10:02:40

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WA approved provider fined $45,000 over bush excursion incident

2025-07-01 07:00:01

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ECEC must change now, our children can’t wait for another inquiry

2025-07-02 07:47:14

by Fiona Alston

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Doing work that matters: Two decades in early childhood education and care

2025-06-24 09:30:07

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Building harmony: How Hey Dee Ho strengthens early learning through music, connection and curriculum integration

2025-06-24 09:15:31

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Educator wellbeing on the agenda at Workforce and Wellbeing Forum as Anthony Semann prepares to host panel of sector experts

2025-06-17 20:00:27

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How Xap became more than just a tech partner for One Tree Community Services

2025-06-10 09:30:17

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An exclusive “Fireside Chat” with ECEC Champion Myra Geddes

2025-07-01 11:25:05

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WA Children’s Funders Alliance launches new website to boost collaboration and child outcomes

2025-07-01 09:30:14

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The new AI powered feature making lives easier for families and service managers

2025-07-01 09:00:59

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How do you build and keep your dream team? ECEC Workforce and Wellbeing Forum tackles the big questions

2025-06-24 15:20:53

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Leading with Curiosity: How distributed leadership is redefining the future of early childhood education

The early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector is facing a challenge one that goes beyond staffing shortages. It’s a crisis not of numbers, but of quality, continuity, and the long-term commitment of passionate educators who view early learning as more than just a job. 

2025-07-03 07:42:07

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ECEC in focus – Una Springwood’s intergenerational initiative brings young and old together through connection and care

Bridging generations through shared experiences, a new program at Una Springwood is delivering meaningful outcomes for children and aged care residents alike.

2025-06-30 10:00:45

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Let’s start today: Ros Baxter’s closing call to transform Australia’s early years

As the 2025 National Early Years Summit drew to a close on 18 June, Dr Ros Baxter, CEO of Goodstart and former senior bureaucrat was asked to share her reflections from the Summit and on the work ahead. Speaking to a room filled with leading voices in early childhood education, health, development and care, she honours the collective knowledge in the room while calling for sustained, courageous action to reimagine the early years system for Australia’s children. Her address urges a deep and deliberate focus on implementation, inclusion and national coordination with children’s interests at the centre of every decision.

2025-06-27 08:45:56

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Supporting successful transitions: Big moves, big feelings

Whether your child is starting in a new room at kindy or embarking on the adventure into schooling, 2025 will begin with some changes in environment. So, while we are in the transition phase, spending time in the new classrooms each week and facilitating interactions with new educators, what can parents do to support their children?

2025-06-26 11:00:30

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