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WA Government announces new measures to strengthen child safety in early learning services
The Cook Government has announced a suite of reforms aimed at bolstering child safety across Western Australia’s early childhood education and care (ECEC) services, following the tabling of a new report in State Parliament this week.
2025-08-21 11:10:06
by Fiona Alston
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Raising the Bar: 29 services face NQS deadlines amid Department oversight delays
As reported by The Sector the Department of Education has launched its first round of compliance actions under new strengthened regulatory powers, targeting 29 early childhood education and care (ECEC) services.
2025-08-21 10:17:07
by Fiona Alston
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National working with children checks will ensure a safer early learning sector
Australia’s peak body for early learning (childcare) supports a national Working with Children Check system across Australia, ensuring those who do not meet the standards of one state cannot move to another to work with children.
2025-08-19 12:32:50
by Fiona Alston
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Support grows for Queensland ECEC sector ahead of child safety reforms
With major child safety reforms on the horizon, Queensland organisations are being supported to build the capabilities they need to meet their obligations under the new Child Safe Organisations Act 2024.
2025-08-18 09:51:09
by Fiona Alston
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Getting silly for a serious cause
Red Nose Day will be held this year on Thursday, 28 August 2025, inviting all Australians to get silly for a serious cause and help stop little lives being cut short while supporting grieving families.
2025-08-14 09:33:05
by Fiona Alston
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National Working with Children Check reforms gain momentum with NSW support
2025-08-18 11:29:45
by Fiona Alston
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A moment of calm in crisis: What Queensland’s childcare staff taught us about trust, safety and professionalism
2025-08-21 11:48:35
by Fiona Alston
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Sesame Lane Kippa-Ring Regency Street: Leading the way with the Curiosity Approach in Queensland
2025-08-14 10:57:33
by Fiona Alston
