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Queensland childcare sector under scrutiny amid safety concerns
An urgent roundtable convened by Queensland Education Minister John-Paul Langbroek has brought to light pressing issues within the state's early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, following recent allegations of child abuse in Victoria.
2025-07-10 08:00:20
by Fiona Alston
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Jay Weatherill appointed to co-lead urgent review into childcare safety in Victoria
Former South Australian premier Jay Weatherill will co-lead an independent review into early childhood education and care (ECEC) safety in Victoria, following deeply distressing allegations of child sexual abuse involving a former early childhood educator.
2025-07-07 07:24:04
by Fiona Alston
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Spot checks, CCTV and scrutiny of Working With Children Checks: sector responds to child safety crisis
Australia’s early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector is confronting a wave of urgent reforms with new legislative measures, renewed calls for workforce accountability, and provider-led safeguarding initiatives now underway.
2025-07-07 07:15:26
by Fiona Alston
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Wage boost brings relief to early childhood educators and frontline workers
Early childhood educators and other frontline workers have benefited from a 3.5 per cent rise to minimum and award wages that came into effect from 1 July, with the Federal Government highlighting the change as a crucial step to address cost-of-living pressures and support long-term workforce retention.
2025-07-02 07:53:17
by Fiona Alston
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ECEC must change now, our children can’t wait for another inquiry
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2025-07-02 07:47:14
by Fiona Alston
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Beyond the headlines: celebrating educators and the power of positive relationships in early learning
2025-07-07 10:00:24
by Fiona Alston
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ECEC must change now, our children can’t wait for another inquiry
2025-07-02 07:47:14
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Beyond the finish line: Championing child protection one marathon at a time
2025-07-08 09:15:32
by Fiona Alston
