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Queensland premier commits to national leadership on child safety in wake of sector scandals
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has pledged to make the state a "national leader" in child safety, following a wave of high-profile child protection failures linked to early learning services across the country.
2025-07-21 08:45:10
by Fiona Alston
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Authorities investigate centre after offender found working without clearance
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2025-07-21 08:30:12
by Fiona Alston
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Urgent childcare reforms among federal priorities as parliament returns
As the 48th Parliament of Australia opens for the first time since the May federal election, the Albanese Government has flagged childcare reform as a top priority, alongside delivering on other key commitments.
2025-07-21 07:30:32
by Fiona Alston
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The silent oath: Why child protection is personal for every educator
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2025-07-17 09:00:31
by Fiona Alston
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Major childcare provider accused of pregnancy discrimination after rescinded job offer
A senior human resources professional is preparing to file a pregnancy discrimination claim against multinational childcare operator Busy Bees, alleging her employment was terminated just one hour after informing the company she was pregnant.
2025-07-15 08:00:56
by Fiona Alston
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Honouring the quiet magic of early childhood
2025-07-11 09:15:00
by Fiona Alston
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Quality knows no gender: A national call to support male educators in early childhood education
2025-07-16 09:30:20
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The silent oath: Why child protection is personal for every educator
2025-07-17 09:00:31
by Fiona Alston