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Goodstart honours outgoing Chief Children’s Officer, announces new appointee
After an extensive search, one of the most exciting roles in Australia’s early learning sector has been filled, with Goodstart Early Learning announcing that Professor Cathrine Neilsen-Hewett will become its new Chief Children’s Officer.
2025-09-01 09:03:04
by Fiona Alston
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New First Languages resource supports early childhood learning through music
A new educational music resource, Singing For Our Little Ones, has been released to support early language learning and cultural engagement in early childhood and early primary education. The project introduces children to the Warumungu language listed by UNESCO as “severely endangered” through a suite of songs and learning materials developed in partnership with Warumungu Elders.
2025-09-01 07:55:15
by Fiona Alston
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Playgroups recognised as vital early supports for families and communities
Playgroup Australia has welcomed the Federal Government's growing focus on foundational supports, including Minister Mark Butler's statement on the future of the NDIS, the rollout of the Thriving Kids program, and reforms proposed by the Productivity Commission.
2025-09-01 07:33:51
by Fiona Alston
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NQF child safety changes now in effect: 1 September 2025
From today, 1 September 2025, strengthened child safety regulations under the National Quality Framework (NQF) are in effect for all early childhood education and care (ECEC) services.
2025-09-01 06:55:33
by Fiona Alston
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Attuned and responsive practice: How the ECMS Birth to Three project is shaping futures
Since May 2023, ECMS has been engaged in a bold, ongoing project to reimagine our approach to learning and development for children aged from birth to three. It’s a space that is under recognised and under-resourced in the broader policy landscape. But evidence tells us that learning starts from day one, and that the quality of interactions in these first three years has lifelong impact.
2025-08-29 06:45:45
by Fiona Alston
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Resilient children, connected brains: Professional learning that makes a difference
2025-08-26 09:00:01
by Fiona Alston
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The power of sustained shared thinking in building self esteem as a learner
2025-08-25 08:35:20
by Fiona Alston
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Attuned and responsive practice: How the ECMS Birth to Three project is shaping futures
2025-08-29 06:45:45
by Fiona Alston
