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National Working with Children Check reforms gain momentum with NSW support

The Minns Labor Government has endorsed a suite of national reforms to strengthen Working with Children Checks (WWCCs), aiming to prevent individuals deemed a risk from gaining access to children in any Australian jurisdiction.

2025-08-18 11:29:45

by Fiona Alston

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Turning hope into action this Bravehearts Day

Every Australian knows a survivor. Most just don’t realise it. Bravehearts is calling on Australians to be brave and take action against child sexual abuse this Bravehearts Day, Friday 12 September 2025, held during National Child Protection Week.

2025-08-18 09:59:00

by Fiona Alston

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Support grows for Queensland ECEC sector ahead of child safety reforms

With major child safety reforms on the horizon, Queensland organisations are being supported to build the capabilities they need to meet their obligations under the new Child Safe Organisations Act 2024.

2025-08-18 09:51:09

by Fiona Alston

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Productivity Commission care economy report signals opportunities for early childhood reform

A renewed focus on value, prevention and collaboration across Australia’s care services could pave the way for meaningful reform in early childhood education and care, according to the Centre for Policy Development’s (CPD) response to the Productivity Commission’s interim report Delivering Quality Care More Efficiently, released on 14 August 2025.

2025-08-18 10:27:02

by Fiona Alston

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First wave of compliance actions sees 30 ECEC services flagged under strengthened Commonwealth powers

The Department of Education has launched its first round of compliance actions under new regulatory powers, targeting 30 early childhood education and care (ECEC) services found to have persistently failed to meet national safety and quality standards.

2025-08-19 11:04:03

by Fiona Alston

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Goodstart strengthens child safety systems with independent investigation and renewed safeguards

Goodstart Early Learning has announced a series of strengthened child safeguarding measures, outlined by CEO Dr Ros Baxter in a recent statement. The measures include an independent external investigation and enhanced reporting protocols designed to reinforce the organisation’s child safety framework.

2025-08-19 09:58:15

by Fiona Alston

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ECEC in Focus: Aspire Cranbourne North brings Little Red Riding Hood to life

At Aspire Cranbourne North were filled with excitement, laughter and a touch of theatrical magic as educators surprised children and families with a live performance of Little Red Riding Hood.

2025-08-15 09:08:40

by Fiona Alston

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Baby oral care: why early signs matter for lifelong health

Resource developed by Child Australia in collaboration with Dental on Wheels is helping early childhood educators understand the vital role they can play in supporting baby oral health and why it’s about far more than just teeth.

2025-08-15 09:00:17

by Fiona Alston

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Study challenges myths about neurodivergent leadership

New research challenges stereotypes and points to opportunities for more inclusive leadership across the early childhood education and care sector.

2025-08-15 08:30:26

by Fiona Alston

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Three stories of male leadership and influence in ECEC

2025-08-11 08:45:29

by Fiona Alston

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Sesame Lane Kippa-Ring Regency Street: Leading the way with the Curiosity Approach in Queensland

2025-08-14 10:57:33

by Fiona Alston

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2025 Early Childhood Educators Day celebration preparations get underway

2025-08-12 09:00:11

by Fiona Alston

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August 17, 2025 - August 22, 2025

Australian Childhood Foundation: International childhood trauma conference 2025

August 22, 2025 - August 23, 2025

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August 27, 2025 - August 29, 2025

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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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Tiny Souls Media launches in Australia, setting a new benchmark for early childhood wellbeing

2025-08-19 08:30:22

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The superpower of playful learning 

2025-08-12 08:00:40

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From storytime to strong foundations: How picture books support social and emotional learning in the early years

2025-08-05 09:00:34

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Child Safety in early learning: From shared struggles to a practical solution

2025-07-29 09:30:04

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Back to basics: Championing paper-based documentation in a digitally cautious sector

Recent policy shifts, including the National Model Code for Taking Images and Videos of Children, ACECQA’s 2025 Policy Guidelines: Safe Use of Digital Technologies and Online Environments, and the eSafety Commissioner’s Early Years Program, reflect a growing movement within Australia’s Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) sector: a push to reassess the role of digital tools in children’s learning environments.

2025-08-19 11:27:23

by Fiona Alston

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Three productivity myths are holding back education & care reform

At this week’s Economic Reform Roundtable, Treasurer Chalmers should embrace education and care as a key lever to drive productivity, grow our skilled workforce and reduce social inequity now. Our joint submission makes the case to put investment in inclusion and growing quality community services at the top of the agenda.

2025-08-18 12:00:26

by Fiona Alston

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The power of play-based learning in early childhood

Play-based learning is increasingly recognised as a cornerstone of early childhood education. Research indicates that structured and unstructured play can significantly enhance cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development, setting a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

2025-08-18 10:00:54

by Fiona Alston

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The screen time struggle

Recently, the Australian Government has taken strong steps toward restricting social media access for children under 16. Whatever your stance on the policy, it invites us all to pause and reflect on the role screens play in our daily lives, the habits we model for our children, and the long-term impact of growing up in an always-connected world.

2025-08-06 10:19:42

by Fiona Alston

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