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Childcare providers prepare for new 3 Day Guarantee reforms
From 5 January 2026, all Child Care Subsidy (CCS) eligible families will be entitled to at least 72 hours of subsidised care per fortnight under the Australian Government’s new “3 Day Guarantee”.
2025-10-08 06:25:50
by Fiona Alston
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National child safety training in development: Sector feedback now open
A new nationally consistent child safety training program is being developed for early childhood education and care (ECEC) professionals, with sector input now being sought through a national survey and series of targeted workshops.
2025-10-07 09:13:06
by Fiona Alston
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Transporting children with food allergies: ensuring safety, consistency and trust
In early childhood services that provide transport whether for excursions, field trips or daily pick-ups and drop-offs managing food allergies becomes an added responsibility. When children with known allergies board vehicles outside the controlled environment of the centre, risk increases and vigilance must rise.
2025-10-06 08:30:22
by Fiona Alston
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New Geccko course supports services to meet compliance obligations under Family Assistance Law
A new course released through the Geccko learning platform is helping early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers understand and meet their compliance responsibilities under Family Assistance Law (FAL).
2025-10-06 07:30:55
by Fiona Alston
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Building safer services: Understanding and developing a Child Safe Code of Conduct
The Office of the Children’s Guardian (OCG) NSW has a practical guide to support organisations in writing and implementing a Child Safe Code of Conduct.
2025-10-03 07:15:52
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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Government announces new Workforce Reference Group to address ECEC staffing challenges
2025-10-03 08:59:22
by Fiona Alston
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Children’s Week 2025: Promoting children’s rights across Australia
2025-10-02 07:00:14
by Fiona Alston
