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Caring for children after community tragedy
As the community comes to terms with the recent tragic events at Bondi Beach, our thoughts are with everyone affected, including those in the local area and across Australia who may be experiencing grief, fear or uncertainty.
2025-12-15 08:28:17
by Fiona Alston
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Small ways to teach babies and toddlers body safety and consent in early learning
In early childhood education and care (ECEC), the concept of consent is often misunderstood as something too advanced for babies and toddlers. Yet, foundational learning around body safety, agency and respectful relationships begins in the earliest months of life, and early learning settings are uniquely placed to nurture it.
2025-12-15 08:00:40
by Fiona Alston
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Food safety in early learning centres: Protecting children through better practices
In early learning centres, keeping children safe goes beyond supervision and creating nurturing learning environments. One of the most important ways children in care are protected happens in the kitchen and at mealtimes. Food safety in early childhood education and care settings is not just a regulatory requirement, it’s a vital part of safeguarding the health of some of the most vulnerable members of the community, specifically children, who are considered a vulnerable population in the context of food safety.
2025-12-15 07:45:24
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2025 Reimagine Australia Awards celebrate leadership in inclusive early childhood education
The 2025 Reimagine Australia Awards celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership in supporting children and families across the nation. The Inclusion Award recognises individuals or organisations that demonstrate exceptional commitment to inclusion, accessibility and equitable participation for all children and families.
2025-12-15 07:30:19
by Fiona Alston
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Pilot trial finds new sustainment strategy shows promise for supporting long-term active play in ECEC services
New Australian research has highlighted the potential of a structured sustainment approach to help early childhood education and care (ECEC) services continue delivering indoor–outdoor free play programs that support children’s physical activity and wellbeing.
2025-12-11 07:30:35
by Fiona Alston
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How one teacher is using Little J & Big Cuz to build empathy, understanding and confidence in First Nations learning
2025-12-08 07:15:19
by Fiona Alston
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NQF Annual Report 2025: Quality gains continue, but sector faces compliance pressures and persistent equity gaps
2025-12-10 07:21:19
by Fiona Alston
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Intentional science play: a three‑stage pathway to foster children’s scientific literacy in the early years
2025-12-10 07:45:26
by Fiona Alston
