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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

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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

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NSW passes nation-leading reforms to strengthen child safety and restore trust in ECEC

The most significant overhaul of early childhood legislation in 15 years has passed the NSW Parliament, with new laws placing children’s safety and wellbeing at the centre of early education and care.

2025-10-24 07:15:45

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Federal reforms set to cut red tape and strengthen support for families

A major reform to how community organisations are funded is set to reshape support for families and children across Australia, with implications for early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers delivering wraparound and family-focused services.

2025-10-24 06:28:25

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WA expands attraction and retention grants to boost early childhood and OSHC workforce

The Cook Government has opened the first round of its newly expanded Attraction and Retention Grants for Education and Care Services, aiming to strengthen workforce sustainability across Western Australia’s early childhood and out-of-school-hours care (OSHC) sector.

2025-10-23 07:45:13

by Fiona Alston

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Child safety at the centre: Building a stronger ECEC system that protects, supports and empowers all

Queensland launches free kindy health check pilot to support early intervention

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Federal reforms set to cut red tape and strengthen support for families

WA expands attraction and retention grants to boost early childhood and OSHC workforce

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