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Local collaboration aims to boost early childhood literacy in Newman
The Y WA’s Newman Early Learning Centre has partnered with the Shire of East Pilbara’s Newman Library through a new early literacy initiative aimed at giving local children the strongest possible start in life.
2026-01-16 08:30:30
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NSW child-safety watchdog faces rising reportable conduct workload: What the latest data means for ECEC services
Recent NSW media coverage has again put the Office of the Children’s Guardian (OCG) under the spotlight, focusing on whether the state’s child-safety systems are keeping pace with rising allegations and screening demands.
2026-01-16 07:35:37
by Fiona Alston
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Caution urged on “unfair” childcare stereotypes as Guardian warns against ownership labels in quality and safety debate
Guardian Childcare and Education has urged governments not to treat ownership type as a shortcut for judging early childhood education and care (ECEC) quality and child safety. In its Senate inquiry submission, the provider argues reforms should focus on measurable safeguards, consistent regulation and stronger screening systems across the whole sector.
2026-01-16 07:35:04
by Fiona Alston
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Embark opens takeover offer for Mayfield Childcare as replacement bidder’s statement lands
Embark Early Education Limited has opened an off-market takeover offer for Mayfield Childcare Limited, seeking to acquire the shares it does not already hold. Mayfield shareholders can elect either cash or scrip consideration, with the offer scheduled to close in early March 2026 unless extended.
2026-01-16 07:30:58
by Fiona Alston
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Standard 7.1 now explicitly embeds child safety: What “governance” needs to look like in 2026
A subtle wording change in the National Quality Standard (NQS) is sending a clear signal to approved providers and service leaders: child safety is not only a practice matter, it is a governance responsibility.
2026-01-16 07:15:42
by Fiona Alston
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Looking ahead: What the ECEC sector can expect in 2026
2026-01-12 07:15:47
by Fiona Alston
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NSW regulator permanently closes Sydney childcare service after long-running safety and compliance concerns
2026-01-12 07:00:59
by Fiona Alston
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Sustaining the spark: How early childhood leaders and educators can avoid burnout
2026-01-12 08:00:31
by Fiona Alston
