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NSW Start Strong funding changes to drive quality standards as part of record early-childhood investment
The Start Strong program, part of the NSW Department of Education’s early-learning funding framework is set to undergo major reform under the Chris Minns Government, aligning funding more closely with quality standards and directing investment to areas of highest need.
2025-10-31 07:43:21
by Fiona Alston
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Supporting safer online spaces: eSafety resources for early years educators and families
This article includes references to online abuse and image-based harm, which may be distressing for some readers.
2025-10-31 07:30:29
by Fiona Alston
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Queensland’s largest special school delivery on track
The David Crisafulli Government’s historic build of seven new special schools is moving ahead, marking what officials say is the largest‑ever state investment of its kind in Queensland. An allocated $500 million will fund the schools, providing families with greater choice and specialist support for students with higher learning and care needs.
2025-10-29 07:14:54
by Fiona Alston
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Child safety at the centre: Building a stronger ECEC system that protects, supports and empowers all
This article contains references to child sexual abuse, which may be distressing for some readers. Please read with care and prioritise your wellbeing. Resources for support are provided at the end of the article.
2025-10-28 06:40:20
by Fiona Alston
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Queensland launches free kindy health check pilot to support early intervention
A new pilot program launched is set to provide thousands of Queensland children with free, on-site health checks before they start school part of a broader initiative to support earlier identification of health and developmental concerns in the early years.
2025-10-27 10:33:59
by Fiona Alston
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Child safety at the centre: Building a stronger ECEC system that protects, supports and empowers all
2025-10-28 06:40:20
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Leading with heart: How Inspire Early Years Management is reimagining support for ECEC services
2025-10-28 07:45:28
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New research highlights key factors in school belonging in the transition to school
2025-10-27 09:46:03
by Fiona Alston
