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School readiness slipping despite ECEC gains, research shows
New research suggests that while participation in early learning has increased across Australia, the proportion of children developmentally on track at the start of school is declining, prompting concern across the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector.
2025-09-15 12:09:24
by Fiona Alston
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CCS activity test changes to support greater access from January 2026
From January 2026, all Child Care Subsidy (CCS) eligible families will be guaranteed access to at least 72 hours of subsidised care per fortnight, as part of a federal reform known as the 3 Day Guarantee.
2025-09-15 11:26:21
by Fiona Alston
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Cosy Direct to launch in Australia at ECA Perth Conference
UK-based early childhood resource developer Cosy Direct will launch into the Australian market at the upcoming Early Childhood Australia (ECA) Conference in Perth, bringing more than 6,000 nature-inspired learning products and a collaborative approach to product design.
2025-09-15 10:31:51
by Fiona Alston
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KU’s Megan Dodds named finalist in 2025 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards
KU Children’s Services is proud to announce that Megan Dodds, Director of KU Corrimal East Preschool, has been named a finalist in the prestigious 2025 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards.
2025-09-15 10:22:14
by Fiona Alston
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Largest gathering of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family and children’s leaders set to drive national reform
The largest national gathering of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family and children’s leaders, advocates and change-makers will converge in Meanjin/Brisbane from 7–9 October for SNAICC’25.
2025-09-15 10:11:45
by Fiona Alston
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Supervision and team culture: Safeguarding trust through shared responsibility
2025-09-09 07:26:32
by Fiona Alston
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Early Childhood Educators’ Day 2025: Celebrating the dedication of Australia’s early learning workforce
2025-09-03 07:39:43
by Fiona Alston
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Through my eyes: A little thank you on Early Childhood Educators’ Day
2025-09-03 07:30:33
by Fiona Alston
