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Reforms now in force across NSW early learning sector

From 6 November 2025, new reforms in New South Wales have come into force, introducing mandatory transparency measures and banning the use of personal mobile devices in early learning settings steps designed to strengthen child safety, support informed decision-making by families, and ensure consistent regulatory oversight.

2025-11-07 08:41:56

by Fiona Alston

Tiny Souls: Strengthening child safety, wellbeing and emotional literacy in 2026 and beyond

As early childhood education and care (ECEC) services prepare for 2026, now is a strategic opportunity to review programs, align with evolving sector expectations, and strengthen continuity between home and centre,particularly in relation to the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), Child Safe Standards and children’s social–emotional development.

2025-11-04 07:30:02

by Fiona Alston

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Former childcare operator jailed for $300,000 fraud against families and staff

A former childcare operator has been sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to defrauding families and employees of more than $300,000 across multiple early learning centres in regional New South Wales.

2025-11-03 06:30:00

by Fiona Alston

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Child safety at the centre: Building a stronger ECEC system that protects, supports and empowers all

This article contains references to child sexual abuse, which may be distressing for some readers. Please read with care and prioritise your wellbeing. Resources for support are provided at the end of the article.

2025-10-28 06:40:20

by Fiona Alston

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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

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