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Provocations for pedagogical documentation: finding the desire paths
Documentation in early learning settings remains a widely discussed and critically examined practice, discussed endlessly in staff rooms, team meetings, and professional learning settings.
2025-05-09 10:45:33
by Fiona Alston
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Bringing bush kinder to life at Bunyip Kindergarten
Bush kinder is a unique and powerful program that takes place entirely outdoors in natural bush settings. Guided by the same learning frameworks as traditional kindergarten, it encourages children to explore, discover, and learn through unstructured play, rain, hail, or shine.
2025-05-08 15:18:03
by Fiona Alston
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Ooranga opens new Gunnedah HQ to boost early learning access for rural families
Ooranga Family Mobile Resource Unit has secured a new headquarters in Gunnedah, creating a central hub to support early learning access and community connection across four regional NSW LGAs.
2025-05-07 09:49:04
by Isabella Southwell
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Digital tools in the early years: What educators need to know
As digital devices become more common in early learning settings, educators are seeking evidence-based guidance on when and how to introduce technology. Research highlights the importance of timing, supervision and developmentally appropriate use, particularly from birth to six. This article summarises expert insights and aligns them with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard to support intentional, relationship-driven digital practices in early childhood education.
2025-05-06 14:08:22
by Isabella Southwell
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Safety review underway after capped syringe found at St Kilda early learning service
A safety review is underway at a St Kilda early learning service after a four-year-old child found a capped syringe in the outdoor play area. The City of Port Phillip and the Victorian Department of Education are both investigating the incident, which has prompted immediate site changes and renewed scrutiny of outdoor risk management.
2025-05-06 12:07:19
by Isabella Southwell
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Major early learning reforms on the horizon: Funding, workforce and access
2025-04-29 11:53:30
by Isabella Southwell
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Leading a child safe service: Guidance for ECEC leaders and providers
2025-04-30 06:57:34
by Isabella Southwell
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Safety review underway after capped syringe found at St Kilda early learning service
2025-05-06 12:07:19
by Isabella Southwell
