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Don’t glorify war – and five other excellent ways to explore commemoration days with children

ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day hold a prominent place in Australian cultural and education calendars, and educators and parents are often encouraged to engage children in commemorative events.

2025-04-25 07:15:54

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A landmark ruling will tackle the gender pay gap for thousands of workers

The Fair Work Commission has found award pay rates in five industrial awards covering a range of female-dominated occupations and industries do not provide equal pay.

2025-04-25 06:56:29

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Peak disability organisations call for roadmap for inclusivity

19 of Australia’s peak disability organisations are calling for all candidates in the upcoming Federal Election to ‘show real leadership’ by committing to a National Roadmap for Inclusive Education.

2025-04-25 08:11:33

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ECEC Provider in Focus: Genesis Family Day Care Services

Genesis Family Day Care Services is a Canberra based Child Care Subsidy (CCS) approved service which educates and cares for children from six weeks- 12 years of age.

2025-04-24 16:23:01

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Can leaders refuse to grant Annual Leave? What the law says

Annual leave is more than just a benefit. It is a legal entitlement and an essential part of wellbeing and retention for early childhood educators. Despite this, leaders navigating requests for annual leave in the context of ratios, rosters, and rising demand can prove challenging for service leaders.

2025-04-24 12:03:31

by Isabella Southwell

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Federal Election 2025: Early learning set to be a deciding issue

Early childhood education and care (ECEC) is shaping up to be a defining issue in the upcoming federal election, with voters looking for clear commitments on affordability, access, and quality.

2025-04-24 11:35:22

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Inquiry launched into oversight and regulation of the early childhood sector

A broad inquiry into the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector in New South Wales is now underway, following reports of regulatory oversight failures and growing pressure for reform.

2025-04-24 11:09:45

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What’s changing with prescribed discounts and why it matters

From 7 July 2025, early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers must start reporting certain discounts and third-party payments in their session reports. This change aims to improve transparency around how early education is funded, especially when families aren’t paying the full gap fee.

2025-04-24 10:39:29

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QCCS embraces Reboot Life program as exclusive Australian ECEC providers

Queensland Childcare Services (QCCS), an approved provider with 24 early childhood education centres across south-east Queensland, has the distinction of being the only early childhood providers of the innovative Reboot Program in Australia.

2025-04-24 06:48:47

by Freya Lucas