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Canberra Summit sets shared priorities for supporting young children online
Seventy delegates from across government, research, not-for-profit and industry sectors gathered in Canberra on 11–12 June for a national summit focused on the digital safety and wellbeing of young Australian children.
2025-06-25 10:30:32
by Fiona Alston
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When joyful autonomy matters so much more than curriculum outcomes
In this featured article from EduResearch Matters, Gem Clutton, lecturer in teacher education at the University of Canberra, explores how monotropism a form of deep, focused attention common in autistic learners offers educators powerful insights into inclusion, respect, and the role of passion in early learning environments. With 14 years of classroom experience, Clutton invites educators to consider how to honour children’s deep interests not as teaching tools, but as vital spaces of autonomy, identity and joy.
2025-06-25 09:30:36
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How do you build and keep your dream team? ECEC Workforce and Wellbeing Forum tackles the big questions
As excitement builds for the ECEC Workforce and Wellbeing Forum, set to take place in Melbourne on 17 July 2025, The Sector is pleased to confirm the panel line-up for one of the event’s most anticipated sessions: “Attraction and Retention – How do you build, and keep, your dream team?” that will be hosted by respected consultant Catharine Hydon of Hydon Consulting.
2025-06-24 15:20:53
by Fiona Alston
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Inclusive Practice Framework set to strengthen inclusion in early childhood settings
A new national project led by ACECQA aims to embed stronger inclusive practices in early learning settings, supporting equity, access and belonging for all children and families.
2025-06-24 11:37:00
by Isabella Southwell
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Shaping the future: TQKP strategy maps path to better outcomes for Queensland children
The Thriving Queensland Kids Partnership (TQKP) has released a new strategy outlining a clear roadmap for improving the lives of children and young people across Queensland over the next five years.
2025-06-24 10:36:24
by Isabella Southwell
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Inclusive Practice Framework set to strengthen inclusion in early childhood settings
2025-06-24 11:37:00
by Isabella Southwell
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AFP and NSW Police notify more than 1,000 Sydney families following OOSH educator arrest
2025-06-24 08:00:29
by Fiona Alston
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Building resilience in early childhood: Why it matters now more than ever
2025-06-23 14:58:39
by Isabella Southwell
