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Xplor Horizons 2025 showcases innovation, partnership and growth in Early Childhood Education and Care
September 2025–Xplor Education, a leader in business management and people engagement software for the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, has concluded its highly anticipated Horizons 2025 event. The event brought together customers, partners and industry leaders. It highlighted Xplor Education’s commitment to innovation, security and customer-driven growth.
2025-10-07 07:37:34
by Fiona Alston
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Woolworths at Work acknowledges First Nations enterprise as part of its extended business range
October marks Indigenous Business Month, a time to recognise and elevate the contributions of Indigenous businesses across Australia. This year, Woolworths at Work is proud to place the spotlight on three of their Indigenous suppliers, Kulbardi, Loco for Cocoa and Binda Botanicals, in a special virtual Fireside Chat designed to share their stories of cultural strength, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
2025-10-07 07:33:17
by Fiona Alston
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Inclusion Support Program enters new phase with updated guidelines and new fund manager
Two key updates to the Inclusion Support Program (ISP) took effect on 1 October, with a focus on improving clarity and continuity for early childhood education and care (ECEC) services.
2025-10-06 07:30:43
by Fiona Alston
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I Am Me, You Are You: Anthony Semann and Louise Dorrat release new picture book on inclusion in early learning
Educators and families will soon have a new resource to spark conversations about identity, diversity and respect in early learning, with the release of I am me, you are you, a picture book co-authored by early childhood consultants Anthony Semann and Louise Dorrat, illustrated by Heidi Upward and designed by Social AF.
2025-10-02 08:00:06
by Fiona Alston
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Beyond the bookshelf: Using picture books to navigate life’s big questions
In early learning, books are more than a literacy tool, they’re a window into how children see themselves, others, and the world around them. Their use aligns closely with the principles of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS), particularly in supporting children’s sense of identity, belonging and wellbeing.
2025-09-30 08:00:47
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Government announces new Workforce Reference Group to address ECEC staffing challenges
2025-10-03 08:59:22
by Fiona Alston
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National child safety training in development: Sector feedback now open
2025-10-07 09:13:06
by Fiona Alston
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Childcare providers prepare for new 3 Day Guarantee reforms
2025-10-08 06:25:50
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