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Fostering a safe reporting culture in ECEC: new CELA guidance for leaders
Leaders in early childhood education and care (ECEC) play a pivotal role in creating environments where children are not only safe but feel safe. A key part of this is fostering a culture where concerns about children’s wellbeing or professional conduct are raised early, responded to appropriately, and embedded in everyday practice, not just policy.
2025-09-05 07:45:20
by Fiona Alston
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From vetting to visibility: How QuickCare is reshaping ECEC staffing
Child safety sits at the heart of Australia’s early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector. Every decision from program design to daily routines, must uphold the principle that children are safe, supported and thriving. When it comes to workforce and staffing, this commitment extends beyond ratios and rostering. It begins with who is employed, how they are vetted and the systems in place to monitor workforce information.
2025-09-02 10:56:40
by Fiona Alston
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How can we harness the wisdom of survivors in the design of services and policy?
This article discusses sensitive topics, including child abuse. Reader discretion is advised, and seek support if needed.
2025-09-02 09:35:00
by Fiona Alston
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NQF child safety changes now in effect: 1 September 2025
From today, 1 September 2025, strengthened child safety regulations under the National Quality Framework (NQF) are in effect for all early childhood education and care (ECEC) services.
2025-09-01 06:55:33
by Fiona Alston
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Staff waivers fall for seventh consecutive quarter, ACECQA snapshot shows
The proportion of long day care (LDC) services with staffing waivers has fallen for the seventh consecutive quarter, according to ACECQA’s latest NQF Snapshot. All states and territories reported year-on-year declines, with the exception of Tasmania.
2025-08-27 08:30:45
by Jason Roberts
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National reforms to child safety in early learning: A message from Minister Jess Walsh
2025-08-28 06:36:43
by Fiona Alston
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Goodstart honours outgoing Chief Children’s Officer, announces new appointee
2025-09-01 09:03:04
by Fiona Alston
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Through my eyes: A little thank you on Early Childhood Educators’ Day
2025-09-03 07:30:33
by Fiona Alston
