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Greens amendments close critical child protection loophole affecting ECEC workforce
A significant legislative amendment passed in the New South Wales Parliament will strengthen child protection measures within the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, following advocacy from the Greens.
2025-09-19 06:09:25
by Fiona Alston

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NSW Government introduces landmark early childhood reforms to put child safety first
The NSW Government has introduced landmark legislation to the NSW Parliament, marking the most significant reform to early childhood education and care (ECEC) regulation in 15 years.
2025-09-10 08:40:30
by Fiona Alston

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Families to access more regulatory information about ECEC services
Families searching for early childhood education and care (ECEC) services can now access more detailed regulatory information through StartingBlocks.gov.au, following updates that came into effect this week.
2025-09-02 10:17:28
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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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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Empowering safeguarding in early childhood: ECA’s comprehensive resource suite
2025-09-11 07:00:57
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Largest gathering of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family and children’s leaders set to drive national reform
2025-09-15 10:11:45
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KU’s Megan Dodds named finalist in 2025 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards
2025-09-15 10:22:14
by Fiona Alston