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Queensland fast-tracks reportable conduct scheme and strengthens rest period protections
The Queensland Government has announced the accelerated implementation of a Reportable Conduct Scheme and enhanced rest period conditions for early childhood services, in a move designed to deliver stronger protections for children across the state.
2025-10-17 07:52:24
by Fiona Alston
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Queensland Government launches Empowering Women grants to support financial security and leadership opportunities
The Queensland Government has opened applications for the first round of its Empowering Queensland Women (EQW) Grants Program, offering community-based organisations up to $10,000 in funding to improve women’s economic participation and leadership across the state.
2025-10-16 07:30:10
by Fiona Alston
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A new era for ECEC: From passive stakeholders to active architects of change
In recent times, the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector has quietly begun to reshape its relationship with policy and regulation. The shift is subtle but significant: rather than being the passive recipients of top‑down mandates or reactive critics, services, educators and leaders are increasingly dialoguing constructively with governments, contributing sector insight to critical reforms. This is not a turning point defined by protest or conflict, but one characterised by participation, consultation and co‑shaping.
2025-10-15 07:15:50
by Fiona Alston
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Proposed reforms aim to strengthen transparency and consistency in ECEC laws
The Australian Government has proposed legislative changes to the Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) framework, with the goal of improving clarity, data transparency, and regulatory consistency.
2025-10-10 07:30:23
by Fiona Alston
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ACWA welcomes Government's landmark pay deal for child protection workers
The Association of Children’s Welfare Agencies (ACWA) applauds the NSW Government’s landmark pay deal for public sector child protection workers, describing it as a vital step to strengthen the sector at a time of unprecedented demand. ACWA also acknowledges the contribution and dedication of Non Government Organisation (NGO) child protection workers across New South Wales, who continue to deliver high-quality outcomes for children and families despite the pressures of increasing demand and at times negative media scrutiny.
2025-10-08 06:21:50
by Fiona Alston
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Storypark research reveals three key concerns about AI use in ECEC
2025-10-14 08:00:12
by Fiona Alston
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United Kingdom Ofsted’s new inspection framework: Lessons for Australia’s NQF
2025-10-13 07:30:40
by Fiona Alston
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Embedding empowerment and participation in early childhood education
2025-10-14 07:00:19
by Fiona Alston
