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Forum and new training to address harmful behaviours in children
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2025-07-18 11:14:06
by Fiona Alston
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The Atlantis Group and Edith Cowan University tackle early educator shortage with fast‑tracked, fee‑free degrees
A Perth childcare provider, The Atlantis Group, has partnered with Edith Cowan University (ECU) to offer fast-tracked, fee-free Bachelor degrees for early childhood educators, an initiative designed to address Australia’s estimated shortage of around 1,500 early childhood teachers.
2025-07-18 09:45:09
by Fiona Alston
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Can educators trust AERO’s evidence? Sector voices say the jury’s still out
A critical new commentary published on the Australian Association for Research in Education (AARE) blog is raising fresh questions about the role of the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) and its influence on classroom practice.
2025-07-17 10:00:07
by Fiona Alston
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Celebrating culture and connection: Young Academics and Bulldogs united for NAIDOC week
In a vibrant celebration of culture, connection, and community, Young Academics Early Learning Centre once again partnered with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs to mark NAIDOC Week 2025, delivering a powerful day of learning, storytelling and play that honoured the richness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
2025-07-17 09:30:48
by Fiona Alston
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Charter Hall sells Melbourne childcare asset for $12.5m amid rising investor interest
Sale reflects yield of 4.99% as appetite grows for long-leased, socially aligned infrastructure
2025-07-16 09:15:01
by Fiona Alston
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Spot checks, CCTV and scrutiny of Working With Children Checks: sector responds to child safety crisis
2025-07-07 07:15:26
by Fiona Alston
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Honouring the quiet magic of early childhood
2025-07-11 09:15:00
by Fiona Alston
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Minister Jess Walsh signals urgent action on safety and oversight in early learning
2025-07-11 08:45:01
by Fiona Alston