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Applications open for $40,000 Commonwealth teaching scholarships in 2026
Applications are now open for the third round of the Australian Government’s Commonwealth teaching scholarships program, which offers eligible students up to $40,000 to undertake an accredited initial teacher education (ITE) degree.
2025-11-18 07:15:47
by Fiona Alston
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Unlocking social skills, self-confidence and voice through music with hey dee ho
In the early years of children’s development, opportunities for turn-taking, role-play, and expressing a sense of self are vital. Embedding these within a rich musical framework enhances more than just the tune, it cultivates communication, resilience and a strong voice. That's where hey dee ho's innovative early childhood music program becomes a key partner for educators, service owners and families alike.
2025-11-18 07:00:30
by Fiona Alston
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Rise & Shine Kindergarten honoured with NSW Teachers’ Guild Award for Exceptional Teaching
Rise & Shine Kindergarten has made history as the first early childhood education provider to receive the Teachers’ Guild of NSW Award for Exceptional Teaching, recognised for its pioneering work in inquiry-based learning and innovation in early childhood education.
2025-11-17 07:30:38
by Fiona Alston
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Early Learning Association Australia’s Starting Out Safely Premier Road: Safety guidance for ECEC settings
For early childhood education and care (ECEC) services, ensuring children’s safety when travelling to, from and within the local environment is both a fundamental duty and an opportunity for meaningful learning. The Starting Out Safety program, provided via the website ChildRoadSafety (managed by ELAA), offers a comprehensive package of resources, professional development, policy templates and educator‑led activities built specifically for the early years.
2025-11-11 07:45:38
by Fiona Alston
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Every Language, Every Child
As we reflect on October’s Bilingual Child Month, fka Children’s Services is taking a moment of reflection to explore what it means to be a multilingual child in today’s early learning environment. In Victoria, many children grow up with more than one language; words, songs, and stories connect children to family, culture, and community. For early childhood professionals, this month invites both celebration and reflection It is a reminder that the languages children hold are more than communication tools. Languages are central to shaping identity, supporting lifelong learning and, nurturing healthy brain development.
2025-11-11 07:15:28
by Fiona Alston
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Macquarie University expands pathways to early childhood teaching with new StepAhead program
2025-11-18 07:00:26
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Rise & Shine Kindergarten honoured with NSW Teachers’ Guild Award for Exceptional Teaching
2025-11-17 07:30:38
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Expanded access to worker retention payment for eligible ECEC services
2025-11-18 07:19:31
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