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NSW passes nation-leading reforms to strengthen child safety and restore trust in ECEC

The most significant overhaul of early childhood legislation in 15 years has passed the NSW Parliament, with new laws placing children’s safety and wellbeing at the centre of early education and care.

2025-10-24 07:15:45

by Fiona Alston

On-site spot checks to strengthen safety and subsidy compliance in ECEC

From October 2025, early childhood education and care (ECEC) services across four states will begin receiving unannounced on-site visits as part of a new federal pilot program aimed at improving safety and Child Care Subsidy (CCS) compliance.

2025-10-17 08:00:04

by Fiona Alston

Queensland fast-tracks reportable conduct scheme and strengthens rest period protections

The Queensland Government has announced the accelerated implementation of a Reportable Conduct Scheme and enhanced rest period conditions for early childhood services, in a move designed to deliver stronger protections for children across the state.

2025-10-17 07:52:24

by Fiona Alston

QLD ECEC sector report: Regulatory review highlights growth, high quality, and increase in incident reporting 

Queensland’s Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) sector continues its rapid expansion while generally maintaining high standards of quality, according to regulatory data covering the 2023–2024 and 2024–2025 Financial Years (FYs). The data reveals sustained growth, significant escalation in regulatory activity, and a 47% surge in notifications and complaints.

2025-10-09 10:49:56

by Fiona Alston

National child safety training in development: Sector feedback now open

A new nationally consistent child safety training program is being developed for early childhood education and care (ECEC) professionals, with sector input now being sought through a national survey and series of targeted workshops.

2025-10-07 09:13:06

by Fiona Alston

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