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Bush kindy builds strength, confidence and connection at Clearview Early Learning
At Clearview Early Learning and Kindergarten in Nerang, Queensland, nature is more than a backdrop, it’s a teacher. Through an evolving Bush Kindy philosophy, the service is embedding physical development, emotional growth and a sense of calm into the daily rhythm of early learning.
2025-12-02 07:40:49
by Fiona Alston
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Professional bravery in ECEC: How reading the nervous system prevents behaviour escalation
Across early childhood settings, educators are reporting a rise in big emotions, sensory-based distress, and behaviour that seems to escalate faster than it once did. The increase is not due to a lack of skill within the workforce. It reflects the growing complexity of children’s developmental and sensory needs, combined with the heightened expectations placed on educators. In these moments, one skill consistently protects safety, reduces escalation, and strengthens relationships. Professional bravery.
2025-12-02 07:30:47
by Fiona Alston
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Growth restrictions and enhanced oversight imposed on Affinity Education Group in NSW
Affinity Education Group Pty Limited has been hit with significant new regulatory conditions in New South Wales (NSW), including a cap on service expansion, enhanced educator-to-child ratio requirements, and mandatory child safety reforms, following a series of compliance concerns.
2025-12-01 07:30:29
by Fiona Alston
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ECEC services to close early for mandatory child safety training under national reforms
New national reforms will see early childhood education and care (ECEC) services close from 5pm on selected days each year to complete mandatory safety training aimed at strengthening child protection practices across the sector.
2025-12-01 07:10:09
by Fiona Alston
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Today is a historic day for our nation’s dedicated, professional early childhood educators
Today’s five per cent pay rise fully delivers the Albanese Government’s 15 per cent pay rise for educators, a pay rise that new data shows is stabilising early learning.
2025-12-01 07:00:59
by Fiona Alston
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Understanding the role of the nominated supervisor: Free webinar series supports ECEC leadership
2025-11-24 06:16:20
by Fiona Alston
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Thirty years of heart: A life dedicated to caring for the next generation
2025-11-28 06:27:05
by Fiona Alston
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Wage boost secured for low‑paid public sector workers in South Australia
2025-11-24 07:00:03
by Fiona Alston
