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NT Budget 2025–26: What it means for early childhood education and care
The Northern Territory’s 2025–26 Budget, delivered on 13 May 2025, places a strong emphasis on law and order, with record investments in policing, corrections and justice. However, specific allocations for early childhood education and care (ECEC) are not prominently featured.
2025-05-15 09:50:58
by Isabella Southwell
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Time, tension, and transformation: reclaiming time in early learning settings
Time in early childhood education is precious and paradoxical. We speak of “being present” with children, yet the day-to-day often feels like a race against the clock.
2025-05-14 12:41:53
by Fiona Alston
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Child safety and accountability in early childhood education
Recent media reporting has uncovered deeply distressing incidents involving a former educator at an Affinity Education Group service in New South Wales. Footage aired by the ABC’s 7.30 Report shows a young child being struck by an educator, who then appears to laugh while filming the act for social media.
2025-05-14 11:51:07
by Fiona Alston
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One million books delivered through ILF’s Book Supply program to remote communities
The Indigenous Literacy Foundation has delivered its one millionth book to a remote community, marking a major milestone for its Book Supply program. The initiative now supports more than 495 communities each year with culturally relevant books, more than half of which are created by First Nations authors and illustrators.
2025-05-13 15:07:37
by Isabella Southwell
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Affinity Education under scrutiny as ABC airs follow-up investigation into child harm
This article discusses incidents involving child harm. Some readers may find the content distressing. Please consider your own wellbeing before continuing.
2025-05-13 12:41:31
by Isabella Southwell
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Affinity Education under scrutiny as ABC airs follow-up investigation into child harm
2025-05-13 12:41:31
by Isabella Southwell
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Dr Jess Walsh named new Minister for Early Childhood Education following cabinet reshuffle
2025-05-13 07:42:35
by Isabella Southwell
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New workforce discount offers practical savings for ECEC staff and helps retain qualified professionals
2025-05-13 11:24:04
by Isabella Southwell
