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Holding safety with both hands

There are words that should never belong in the language of early childhood education. Abuse is one of them. And yet, here we are. Again. Headlines swell with horror. The sector braces. A familiar script unfolds; Stricter compliance, tighter protocols, streamlining checks. All necessary. But none of which are sufficient.

2025-07-28 09:30:37

by Fiona Alston

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Australia’s education workforce shows signs of stability but under-hiring may mask deeper pressures

Australia’s Education and Training sector is showing early signs of recovery in workforce stability, according to a new report by recruitment platform JobAdder, draws on data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics* and Jobs and Skills Australia. It analyses job vacancy patterns over an 18-month period, from November 2023 to May 2025, revealing that many industries are not just struggling to hire but keeping staff in long-term roles.

2025-07-28 09:24:23

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Occupational therapy students join Broome early learning centre to strengthen early development

Children at a Broome early learning service have benefited from a new collaboration with university students, designed to boost developmental outcomes while supporting future allied health professionals.

2025-07-28 09:20:53

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Putting Queensland kids first: Supporting Gladstone families through early childhood connection

Families in the Gladstone region are benefitting from a new local initiative focused on strengthening early childhood support and access. As part of the Queensland Government’s Putting Queensland Kids First investment, a dedicated Early Childhood Coordinator (ECC) is now embedded in the community to improve pathways for children and families.

2025-07-28 09:00:21

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Celebrating sustainability and creativity: National kitchen garden awards return for 2025

Educators and young learners across Australia are being invited to showcase their ingenuity, sustainability and love for fresh produce as the National Kitchen Garden Awards return for their second year.

2025-07-25 09:00:07

by Fiona Alston

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Resources for strengthening child safety in early childhood settings

2025-07-21 09:30:57

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ECEC Workforce and Wellbeing Forum hailed an "outstanding success” delivering insight, support and solutions

2025-07-22 10:39:54

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Urgent childcare reforms among federal priorities as parliament returns

2025-07-21 07:30:32

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