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Tracy Beaton appointed as Victoria’s new Principal Commissioner for Children and Young People

The Allan Labor Government has appointed experienced clinical leader and child protection reformer Tracy Beaton as the new Principal Commissioner of Victoria’s Commission for Children and Young People (CCYP).

2026-01-09 07:30:38

by Fiona Alston

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NSW Ombudsman report prompts calls for independent child safety oversight

A damning report by the NSW Ombudsman has uncovered significant failings in the state’s Intensive Therapeutic Care (ITC) program, prompting renewed calls for the establishment of an independent Child Safety and Wellbeing Commission.

2026-01-09 06:30:46

by Fiona Alston

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Community-led early learning service opens in Alice Springs to support First Nations children

A new early childhood education and care service has opened in Alice Springs, increasing access to high-quality, culturally responsive education for local First Nations families.

2025-12-12 07:34:17

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Major NQF child safety reforms take effect ahead of further changes in early 2026

Significant legislative changes designed to strengthen child safety, accountability and workforce oversight across early childhood education and care (ECEC) services have begun rolling out nationally, following passage of the Early Childhood Legislation Amendment (Child Safety) Act 2025.

2025-12-11 06:00:36

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Have your say: Nationwide CCTV assessment in early childhood education and care 

Governments across Australia are working together to strengthen child safety and wellbeing in early childhood education and care (ECEC) settings. As part of this commitment, Education Ministers have agreed to conduct a national assessment of closed-circuit television (CCTV) use in up to 300 ECEC services across the country.

2025-12-09 08:00:40

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3 Day Guarantee comes into effect: New CCS rules unlock access for families and children

2026-01-05 06:30:55

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The transformative power of affection: How nurturing care shapes early childhood development in Guatemala

2026-01-07 07:00:56

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Crayola Creativity Week 2026 launches as research highlights strong link between creativity and confidence

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