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Fraser Coast early learning service responds after children leave centre grounds
Bay Explorers Early Learning in Urraween, Queensland, is working with authorities after two young children briefly left the centre's premises and were safely returned, prompting community concern and discussions about supervision and safety protocols.
2025-06-13 12:33:01
by Isabella Southwell
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The Wiggles front campaign to encourage healthy eating among young children
The Wiggles have joined forces with the International Fresh Produce Association Australia and New Zealand (IFPA ANZ) to launch the "Fruit and Veggies Yummy Yummy" campaign. This initiative aims to inspire children to enjoy more fruits and vegetables through engaging songs, educational resources, and live performances, promoting healthy eating habits in homes and early childhood education and care (ECEC) settings.
2025-06-13 12:11:29
by Isabella Southwell
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Thinking in motion: how sport supports early learning
In early learning, sport is more than just physical; it's thinking in motion. Play, discovery, and movement are essential ways children express themselves. As Loris Malaguzzi, founder of the Reggio Emilia approach, highlighted in his poem The Hundred Languages of Children, young learners communicate, explore, and make sense of the world through many forms, not just spoken or written language.
2025-06-13 11:00:47
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Nature play at the heart of QCCS’ curriculum as screen time rises among young children
As digital engagement continues to grow among young children, one of Queensland’s most awarded early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers marked International Day of Play on 11 June by celebrating its longstanding commitment to nature-based learning.
2025-06-13 09:30:44
by Fiona Alston
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Gobbagombalin Angels Paradise early learning service to close a second time following identification of unacceptable risks
Gobbagombalin's Angels Paradise Early Education Centre will cease operations at the end of June 2025, following the identification of risks deemed unacceptable by the service provider.
2025-06-13 09:15:43
by Fiona Alston
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Clarifying the Workforce Retention Payment: facts, benefits and key deadlines
2025-06-12 11:46:55
by Fiona Alston
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Class action investigation launched into long day care sector over safety and quality concerns
2025-06-12 12:38:11
by Isabella Southwell
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“They’re not content”: What educators and others in ECEC think about children’s images on social media
2025-06-05 13:10:32
by Isabella Southwell
