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New data reveals entrenched pay gaps for women from migrant and First Nations backgrounds
A new dashboard released by Jobs and Skills Australia highlights how intersecting factors such as gender, cultural background and migration status continue to influence pay outcomes, with significant implications for the early childhood education and care (ECEC) workforce.
2025-11-04 08:15:17
by Fiona Alston
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Tiny Souls: Strengthening child safety, wellbeing and emotional literacy in 2026 and beyond
As early childhood education and care (ECEC) services prepare for 2026, now is a strategic opportunity to review programs, align with evolving sector expectations, and strengthen continuity between home and centre,particularly in relation to the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), Child Safe Standards and children’s social–emotional development.
2025-11-04 07:30:02
by Fiona Alston
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‘Five Big Ideas’ early intervention program supports cultural identity and resilience in Aboriginal children
A Western Sydney University evaluation has affirmed the impact of the Five Big Ideas early childhood program, an innovative, culturally responsive intervention supporting the wellbeing, identity and development of Aboriginal preschool children.
2025-11-03 08:15:46
by Fiona Alston
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A UK hack shows Australia needs to be very careful about its CCTV trial for daycare centres
This article contains references to child sexual abuse, which may be distressing for some readers. Please read with care and prioritise your wellbeing. Resources for support are provided at the end of the article.
2025-10-31 08:00:52
by Fiona Alston
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World of Learning Holland Park West Celebrated Children's Week with author Dannika Patterson
World of Learning (WOL) at Holland Park West celebrated Children's Week by inviting award-winning Brisbane-based author Dannika Patterson to read her book The Big Book of Rights to kindergarten children at the centre. .
2025-10-31 07:45:23
by Fiona Alston
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Child safety at the centre: Building a stronger ECEC system that protects, supports and empowers all
2025-10-28 06:40:20
by Fiona Alston
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Queensland’s largest special school delivery on track
2025-10-29 07:14:54
by Fiona Alston
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World of Learning Holland Park West Celebrated Children's Week with author Dannika Patterson
2025-10-31 07:45:23
by Fiona Alston
