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NQF child safety changes now in effect: 1 September 2025
From today, 1 September 2025, strengthened child safety regulations under the National Quality Framework (NQF) are in effect for all early childhood education and care (ECEC) services.
2025-09-01 06:55:33
by Fiona Alston
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WA invites public feedback on Phase 2 reforms to strengthen Working with Children Checks
Stakeholders who work with or care for children in Western Australia are invited to participate in a public consultation on Phase 2 reforms of the Working with Children (Screening) Act 2004. Led by the Department of Communities, the consultation seeks feedback on proposed changes designed to further strengthen protections for children across the state.
2025-08-28 07:15:21
by Fiona Alston
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Daniel’s Law introduced: New child protection register for Queensland
This article discusses child sexual abuse, child sex offenders and safeguarding legislation. The content may be distressing for some readers. Reader discretion is advised, and support services are available if required.
2025-08-28 06:54:47
by Fiona Alston
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National reforms to child safety in early learning: A message from Minister Jess Walsh
Minister for Early Childhood Education Jess Walsh has shared the following exclusive piece with The Sector, coinciding with the Australian Government’s rollout of a $189 million reform package to strengthen child safety in early learning. In her message, Minister Walsh speaks directly to the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector about why these reforms matter, and the vital role the workforce plays in ensuring every child experiences safe, high-quality education and care.
2025-08-28 06:36:43
by Fiona Alston
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Senate Inquiry launched into quality and safety of early childhood education and care
On the first day of the resumed Federal Parliament, the Australian Greens secured the establishment of a Senate Inquiry into the quality and safety of early childhood education and care (ECEC).
2025-08-27 09:00:39
by Fiona Alston
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$189m reform package to strengthen safety and trust in early learning
2025-08-25 07:30:31
by Fiona Alston
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National reforms to child safety in early learning: A message from Minister Jess Walsh
2025-08-28 06:36:43
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Raising the Bar: 29 services face NQS deadlines amid Department oversight delays
2025-08-21 10:17:07
by Fiona Alston
