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Parliament passes Direct Gap Fee legislation: Key changes for FDC and IHC from 1 January 2026
The Australian Government’s legislation for direct collection of Child Care Subsidy (CCS) gap fees has officially passed Parliament, marking a significant shift in administrative and financial responsibilities for Family Day Care (FDC) and In Home Care (IHC) services.
2025-08-07 09:39:41
by Fiona Alston
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Where magic happens: The heart and power of early learning educators
In early learning, every moment matters. The most powerful teaching doesn’t always come from planned activities or structured programs, it happens in the quiet, everyday exchanges where educators are fully present with children.
2025-08-05 11:03:05
by Fiona Alston
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From storytime to strong foundations: How picture books support social and emotional learning in the early years
For more than 40 years, Super Cheap Books has supported Australian early learning centres with affordable, high-quality books. With over 15,000 customers, they've learned what works: great stories help children understand themselves and others.
2025-08-05 09:00:34
by Fiona Alston
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Embracing the 'C' Word: Building a culture of open feedback in early childhood services
If I had one wish as an early childhood professional, it would be to genuinely understand what parents are thinking. Imagine having the insight depicted in the movie "What Women Want," but tailored specifically to "What Parents Want." With such insight, addressing parental concerns, questions, or even dare I say it complaints, would be effortless.
2025-07-31 07:45:33
by Fiona Alston
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Belonging by design reimagining early learning for neurodiverse children: From safe spaces to true belonging
It began with a moment that changed the way I understood inclusion. I was in the classroom, quietly observing, when a disagreement between two children escalated. One of them, overwhelmed and on the edge of a meltdown, crawled under the craft table, wrapped himself in soft fabric, and began humming softly.
2025-07-30 07:30:50
by Fiona Alston
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Princess of Wales releases animated film series to highlight importance of early childhood
2025-08-07 11:34:45
by Fiona Alston
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Talking to babies: New research highlights the power of two-way communication
2025-08-05 10:41:33
by Fiona Alston
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Sagewood Early Learning: Embedding protective education
2025-08-07 06:53:10
by Fiona Alston
