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Second round of consultations to shape national child safety training for ECEC sector
The development of a nationally consistent child safety training package for the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector is entering its second phase, with stakeholders invited to participate in upcoming consultation workshops.
2025-12-05 07:15:30
by Fiona Alston
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Queensland Government expands investment in early learning access
The Queensland Government has announced investment to deliver new early learning programs across the state, with a focus on supporting families and children who face barriers to accessing kindergarten. The initiative aims to ensure more children are developmentally on track by the time they start school, aligning with the state’s commitment to equitable access and quality outcomes in early childhood education.
2025-12-05 07:00:51
by Fiona Alston
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It’s the people – full stop. Why early learning reforms must start with educators
Real reform in early learning has always hinged on one truth: if you get the people right, everything else follows.
2025-12-05 05:28:48
by Fiona Alston
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Navigating organisational change: Redundancies and responsibility
As pressures mount across the early childhood education and care (ECEC) landscape, reports of redundancies are beginning to circulate within the sector. Growing tension is being felt by providers as they grapple with rising costs, changing policy expectations and evolving family needs.
2025-12-04 07:45:40
by Fiona Alston
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Denise Morcombe named 2025 Sunshine Coast Woman of the Year: A milestone for child safety advocacy
Denise Morcombe has been named the 2025 Sunshine Coast Woman of the Year following a public vote conducted by the Sunshine Coast Daily. With more than 50 per cent of the community vote across a field of over 30 nominees, the honour recognises her long-standing commitment to child safety education and advocacy across Australia.
2025-12-04 07:45:12
by Fiona Alston
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ECEC services to close early for mandatory child safety training under national reforms
2025-12-01 07:10:09
by Fiona Alston
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Growth restrictions and enhanced oversight imposed on Affinity Education Group in NSW
2025-12-01 07:30:29
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Gold Walkley Award win for childcare investigation places national spotlight on safety and accountability in ECEC
2025-12-02 07:30:34
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