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University of Newcastle expands study options on the Central Coast for 2026
The University of Newcastle has announced a major expansion of study opportunities on the Central Coast, unveiling new diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate programs to commence in 2026 at its soon-to-open Mann Street campus in Gosford.
2025-07-30 09:00:52
by Fiona Alston
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Could a four-day work week transform early childhood education in Australia?
The national conversation about a four-day work week is gathering momentum, with trials across Australia and globally showing improvements in wellbeing, productivity, and workforce retention. While the model is being explored primarily in corporate and office-based industries, its implications for early childhood education and care (ECEC)could be profound.
2025-07-30 07:45:14
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Holding safety with both hands
There are words that should never belong in the language of early childhood education. Abuse is one of them. And yet, here we are. Again. Headlines swell with horror. The sector braces. A familiar script unfolds; Stricter compliance, tighter protocols, streamlining checks. All necessary. But none of which are sufficient.
2025-07-28 09:30:37
by Fiona Alston
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Occupational therapy students join Broome early learning centre to strengthen early development
Children at a Broome early learning service have benefited from a new collaboration with university students, designed to boost developmental outcomes while supporting future allied health professionals.
2025-07-28 09:20:53
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HECS relief for early learning professionals: New changes deliver financial boost
New federal legislation to reduce student debt is expected to deliver significant relief for thousands of early childhood professionals, offering a 20 per cent cut to existing HECS balances and lifting the repayment threshold.
2025-07-24 09:46:06
by Fiona Alston
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Part-time provisions under review in Children’s Services Award and 10 other modern awards
2025-07-25 08:05:18
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New mentoring initiative launched to support male educators in early childhood
2025-07-25 08:00:40
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Resources for strengthening child safety in early childhood settings
2025-07-21 09:30:57
by Fiona Alston