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Early learning centres bring hands-on learning to life thanks to Healthy Harold’s Garden Grants
Little learners and educators from MercyCare Early Learning Lansdale in WA are reaping the rewards of their green thumbs, after winning a school garden grant from Life Ed, its iconic mascot Healthy Harold, and Bakers Delight’s and their Healthy Solutions range.
2025-06-02 11:30:45
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ECEC property market continues upward trend as sector resilience draws investor attention
Australia’s early childhood property sector is experiencing a resurgence, with demand driven by strong demographic tailwinds, government policy settings and the essential service nature of education and care.
2025-06-02 11:17:10
by Fiona Alston

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‘We’re not here for your feed’: Reflecting on the ethics of sharing children’s images in early learning
As early learning providers embrace TikTok and Instagram, ethical concerns are growing around consent, privacy and the digital rights of children used in public-facing content.
2025-06-02 10:49:11
by Isabella Southwell

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Staff waivers outstanding marks sixth consecutive quarterly fall new NQF snapshot says
The percentage of long day care services with staff waivers outstanding has fallen for the sixth consecutive quarter according to ACECQA’s latest NQF Snapshot, with all states and territories lower than last year.
2025-05-31 13:28:45
by Jason Roberts

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Jarra launches national investment trust focused on Australian childcare services
Wholesale investors are being invited to support Australia's early learning sector through a new national trust focused on childcare real estate and businesses.
2025-05-30 11:30:49
by Isabella Southwell
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Children’s Services Award: Wage review decision pending for 2025–26
2025-05-28 09:00:15
by Fiona Alston

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A future worth building: Inside Australia’s early learning transformation
2025-05-26 09:25:35
by Fiona Alston

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The Sector to host new ECEC Workforce and Wellbeing Forum as event focus broadens
2025-05-21 01:00:56
by Jason Roberts