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Queensland approved provider fined $38,000 after child left unattended on bus
An approved provider in Queensland has been fined $38,000 following an incident where a four-year-old child was left unsupervised on a service-operated bus for approximately 90 minutes after an excursion.
2025-09-11 07:00:31
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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Queensland childcare service suspended amid serious compliance concerns
A centre-based early learning service in Brisbane has had its service approval suspended after the Regulatory Authority identified serious breaches of the National Law and Regulations.
2025-09-10 05:38:22
by Fiona Alston
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Child wellbeing, consent and supervision under review at Victorian Belmont service
A matter is under review at an early learning service in Belmont Victoria after a parent alleged her child’s hair was cut without consent by an educator.
2025-09-09 06:37:49
by Fiona Alston
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Goodstart strengthens child safeguarding with new investment and initiatives
As National Child Protection Week commences, early learning providers across Australia are highlighting the importance of creating safe environments for children. In line with this focus, Goodstart Early Learning has announced further investment in its safeguarding systems, processes and workforce, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to child protection and child safe practice.
2025-09-08 07:50:06
by Fiona Alston
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Supervision and team culture: Safeguarding trust through shared responsibility
2025-09-09 07:26:32
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Understanding ACECQA’s National Decision Tree: guidance for approved providers, persons with management control and educators
2025-09-08 09:39:57
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Goodstart strengthens child safeguarding with new investment and initiatives
2025-09-08 07:50:06
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