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EYS program delivers strong outcomes, but long-term funding remains critical
SNAICC – National Voice for our Children’s Early Years Support (EYS) program is gathering momentum as a transformative model for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander early childhood education and care (ECEC). The Sector recently spoke with Catherine Liddle SNAICC Chief Operating Officer and Rachel Phillips Centre Director Birrelee MACS as key contributors about the program’s progress, cultural strength and the urgent case for sustained investment.
2025-11-25 07:45:35
by Fiona Alston
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Early help, lasting impact: the success of a Specialist Equipment Loan
Goodstart Early Learning Grovedale – Torquay Road’s Assistant Director Christy Bairamidis spoke with Inclusion Professional Kristabel Fitzgerald about how a Specialist Equipment Library (SEL) loan is supporting a child through their education and care journey.
2025-11-25 07:30:39
by Fiona Alston
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Movement Matters: International guidance reinforces the value of active play in early childhood
As the early childhood sector continues to reflect on best practice in pedagogy, play and wellbeing, new guidance from the UK is reinforcing a long-held truth among educators: movement is not optional, it's essential.
2025-11-25 07:20:28
by Fiona Alston
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Rethinking the playground: What children can teach us about inclusion
When children themselves are invited to rethink the design of their play spaces, the results challenge traditional assumptions about access, ability and belonging. A recent article from the ABC reflects on a year‑long arts‑based inquiry at an early childhood service in regional New South Wales, where children aged three to six were empowered to map, redesign and reimagine their playground. Their insights offer compelling lessons for early childhood services aiming to embed genuine inclusion.
2025-11-25 07:15:59
by Fiona Alston
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Landmark report warns wellbeing of Australian children at a crossroads
Australian children and young people are increasingly concerned about their futures, with a landmark new report revealing troubling trends of rising developmental delays and escalating mental health distress.
2025-11-25 07:00:53
by Fiona Alston
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Early help, lasting impact: the success of a Specialist Equipment Loan
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Supporting adopted children in early childhood education and care settings
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Landmark report warns wellbeing of Australian children at a crossroads
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