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Virtual reality programs helping children with social communication
Communication problems can hold back childhood development, with a range of interventions available to assist with social communication disorders.
2025-10-10 08:30:15
by Fiona Alston
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New approved program list released for ACCS (Child Wellbeing)
The Australian Government has published the Additional Child Care Subsidy (ACCS) Child Wellbeing approved program list, outlining the programs that enable eligible families to access additional fee assistance to support children at risk.
2025-10-10 08:15:40
by Fiona Alston
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USA study highlights the power of playful learning in early childhood classrooms
A new international study has reinforced the value of play-based learning, finding that playful, child-led approaches are among the most effective ways to support holistic development and engagement in early education.
2025-10-10 08:00:45
by Fiona Alston
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Inclusion in early childhood education: A shared responsibility
Inclusion is not an add‑on, it is central to quality education and care. Yet delivering truly inclusive early childhood environments requires more than good intentions. It demands intentional policies, professional capacity, collaboration and shared accountability across educators, leadership, families and systems.
2025-10-08 07:30:29
by Fiona Alston
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Hear Us Roar: Take your seat at the Conversation at the Moreton Bay Early Learning Conference 2025
Early childhood professionals across South East Queensland are being invited to take their seat at the conversation and “Hear Us Roar” at the Moreton Bay Early Learning Conference (MBELC), returning to UniSC Moreton on Saturday, 15 November 2025.
2025-10-08 06:39:42
by Fiona Alston
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Government announces new Workforce Reference Group to address ECEC staffing challenges
2025-10-03 08:59:22
by Fiona Alston
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Children’s Week 2025: Promoting children’s rights across Australia
2025-10-02 07:00:14
by Fiona Alston
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Deb Tsorbaris named Australia’s next National Children’s Commissioner
2025-10-07 09:37:51
by Fiona Alston
