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Victorian Prep students to receive free book packs to support literacy and school readiness
The Allan Labor Government will provide every government school Prep student in Victoria with a free bag of high-quality children’s books in 2026, supporting early literacy and easing cost-of-living pressures for families.
2025-09-19 08:30:46
by Fiona Alston
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Greens amendments close critical child protection loophole affecting ECEC workforce
A significant legislative amendment passed in the New South Wales Parliament will strengthen child protection measures within the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, following advocacy from the Greens.
2025-09-19 06:09:25
by Fiona Alston
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Karridale Family Day Care educator wins again
Karridale Family Day Care business owner Jacquelin Sims has been recognised at the Family Day Care Australia, Excellence in Family Day Care Awards 2025. Jacquelin won the 2025 Regional Educator Award for Bunbury & Southwest, operating under the banner of the Y WA with her family day care service, Little Blue House Family Day Care. Jacquelin was one of 74 regional educator winners recognised across the country, and one of only 14 educators recognised from WA.
2025-09-18 10:00:12
by Fiona Alston
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Early brain connectivity foundational for attention skills: Implications for young learners
Recent research from Simon Fraser University sheds light on how the wiring of young children’s brains influences their ability to pay attention, switch between tasks, and ignore distractions, skills essential for learning. Published in eNeuro, the study follows 39 children aged four to seven over one year, using brain imaging to examine how structural and functional connections in their brains relate to attention.
2025-09-18 08:45:52
by Fiona Alston
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ECEC in focus: Journey Early Learning commitment to educators and child success
At a time when early childhood educators across Australia are navigating ongoing challenges, Journey Early Learning is investing in connection, collaboration and professional growth through its Community of Practice (CoP) meetings, a unique initiative designed to uplift and empower educators at every stage of their career.
2025-09-18 08:30:08
by Fiona Alston
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Empowering safeguarding in early childhood: ECA’s comprehensive resource suite
2025-09-11 07:00:57
by Fiona Alston
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KU’s Megan Dodds named finalist in 2025 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards
2025-09-15 10:22:14
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Largest gathering of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family and children’s leaders set to drive national reform
2025-09-15 10:11:45
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