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The $150,000 risk to running your childcare centre: Why "spreadsheet compliance" won't survive the new NSW blitz
With regulation tightening and transparency demands increasing, QuickCare offers early childhood providers a single source of truth for staffing compliance from educator credentials to real-time audit reporting.
2025-12-02 07:00:30
by Fiona Alston
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Elevating practice, pathways and professionalism: South Australia Centre of Excellence in Early Childhood Education and Care
Australia’s ECEC sector is undergoing transformative change - driven by ambitious targets for universal access to early learning, innovation in vocational education and training, and a renewed commitment to child safety.
2025-11-18 10:41:45
by Fiona Alston
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Unlocking social skills, self-confidence and voice through music with hey dee ho
In the early years of children’s development, opportunities for turn-taking, role-play, and expressing a sense of self are vital. Embedding these within a rich musical framework enhances more than just the tune, it cultivates communication, resilience and a strong voice. That's where hey dee ho's innovative early childhood music program becomes a key partner for educators, service owners and families alike.
2025-11-18 07:00:30
by Fiona Alston
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More than just a story: How picture books support language-rich environments in the early years
Strong oral language is one of the most important foundations we can give children in the early years. It shapes how they communicate, connect, and learn. While there are many ways to support language development, one of the simplest, and most powerful, tools remains the picture book.
2025-11-11 07:00:05
by Fiona Alston
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Unlocking potential: How the HIPPY Australia free resources support family engagement and school readiness
The transition to school is one of the most important junctures in a child’s learning journey. For many families, particularly those facing disadvantage or barriers, the role that adults play at home in supporting children’s early learning is vital.
2025-11-05 07:25:36
by Fiona Alston
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Understanding the role of the nominated supervisor: Free webinar series supports ECEC leadership
2025-11-24 06:16:20
by Fiona Alston
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Leadership updates across early childhood and care: appointments and resignations shaping the sector
2025-11-25 06:15:54
by Fiona Alston
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Thirty years of heart: A life dedicated to caring for the next generation
2025-11-28 06:27:05
by Fiona Alston
