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Understanding ACECQA’s National Decision Tree: guidance for approved providers, persons with management control and educators

Deciding whether and how to notify the regulatory authority under the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations can sometimes be complex. The ACECQA National Decision Tree (NDT) is an interactive online tool that continues to support approved providers, nominated supervisors and educators to navigate reporting obligations with confidence.

2025-09-08 09:39:57

by Fiona Alston

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Supporting safe collection and arrival practices

A recent incident in a Sydney childcare centre, now under investigation by the NSW Early Childhood Education and Care Regulatory Authority, has drawn attention to the critical importance of robust delivery, collection and arrival procedures in early childhood education and care (ECEC). 

2025-09-08 08:24:52

by Fiona Alston

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Balancing child safety and practice: sector responds to device ban

New child safety regulations are now in force across Australia’s early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, following the implementation of national reforms that commenced on 1  September 2025.

2025-09-05 08:00:28

by Fiona Alston

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Early Childhood Education Minister Jess Walsh honours educators with message of recognition and reform

Minister for Early Childhood Education Jess Walsh has shared the following exclusive acknowledgement with The Sector, coinciding with Early Childhood Educators’ Day. In her message, Minister Walsh speaks directly to the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, recognising the vital work of educators and outlining the Albanese Government’s commitment to valuing the workforce.

2025-09-03 08:17:59

by Fiona Alston

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Families to access more regulatory information about ECEC services

Families searching for early childhood education and care (ECEC) services can now access more detailed regulatory information through StartingBlocks.gov.au, following updates that came into effect this week.

2025-09-02 10:17:28

by Fiona Alston

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Families to access more regulatory information about ECEC services

2025-09-02 10:17:28

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2025-09-03 08:17:59

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Margins strengthen as G8 Education navigates softer demand in HY25

2025-08-27 07:00:51

by Fiona Alston