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WA families to access free parenting support as Ngala expands residential service
Western Australian families will soon be able to access free, professional parenting support through Ngala, as part of a $39.5 million investment by the Cook Government to enhance early intervention and family wellbeing.
2025-09-17 10:29:28
by Fiona Alston
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Safety in focus: LPBD Conference sessions explore neuroscience, cyber identity and trauma-informed practice
This year’s Little People, Big Dreams (LPBD) Conference features a powerful suite of sessions addressing digital safety, trauma-informed practice and emotional wellbeing, helping early years professionals navigate complexity with clarity and confidence.
2025-09-17 06:57:27
by Fiona Alston
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Only About Children's safety mascot, Bunji celebrates one year of supporting safety conversations
Only About Children (OAC) is celebrating the first anniversary of Bunji, its much-loved safety mascot, who has become an important part of campus life over the past year.
2025-09-17 06:26:27
by Fiona Alston
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Preventing grooming in early childhood settings: Building a safeguarding culture
Every day, parents across Australia place their trust in early childhood education and care centres. They do so with the belief that their children will be nurtured, cared for, and most importantly kept safe.
2025-09-16 07:45:10
by Fiona Alston
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Bravehearts Day: Standing together to protect children
Today, 12 September, early childhood services and communities across Australia will pause to recognise Bravehearts Day, a national day dedicated to raising awareness and funds to support child protection.
2025-09-12 08:00:39
by Fiona Alston
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Empowering safeguarding in early childhood: ECA’s comprehensive resource suite
2025-09-11 07:00:57
by Fiona Alston
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Bravehearts Day: Standing together to protect children
2025-09-12 08:00:39
by Fiona Alston
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Listening matters: Embedding the voice of the child in ECEC settings
2025-09-11 07:30:21
by Fiona Alston
