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Legal considerations for online learning platforms in early childhood education
As early childhood education moves further into the digital space, more families and providers are engaging with online learning platforms. These tools open opportunities for connection, flexibility and new ways of supporting young children’s learning. At the same time, they raise important legal considerations that both educators and families need to be aware of. Understanding these issues is vital to ensure children’s rights, safety and wellbeing remain central.
2025-09-25 07:30:46
by Fiona Alston
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Transparency in action: NSW publishes register of enforcement decisions
The NSW Department of Education has strengthened transparency in the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector by maintaining a Register of Published Enforcement Actions.
2025-09-23 07:00:41
by Fiona Alston
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Sydney childcare centre operators penalised for failing to comply with compliance notice
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has secured $34,650 in penalties against the operators of a western Sydney childcare centre after they failed to comply with a Compliance Notice relating to a young casual educator’s underpayments.
2025-09-22 08:15:17
by Fiona Alston
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Stronger blue card system and new offences aim to better protect children in Queensland
This article discusses legislative reforms related to sexual violence, child protection and working with children. It may contain material that some readers find distressing.
2025-09-19 09:41:18
by Fiona Alston
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Greens amendments close critical child protection loophole affecting ECEC workforce
A significant legislative amendment passed in the New South Wales Parliament will strengthen child protection measures within the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, following advocacy from the Greens.
2025-09-19 06:09:25
by Fiona Alston
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Greens amendments close critical child protection loophole affecting ECEC workforce
2025-09-19 06:09:25
by Fiona Alston
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How one service takes children’s self-advocacy seriously
2025-09-24 08:30:09
by Fiona Alston
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eSafety Commissioner to host free webinar for early years educators
2025-09-22 08:30:26
by Fiona Alston
