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End-of-year reflection: Building educator wellbeing through relationships that matter
As the early childhood sector approaches the close of another dynamic year, many educators are reflecting on the challenges, growth and impact of their work. It’s a time marked not only by planning transitions and celebrating children’s achievements but also by recognising the personal and collective toll that working in emotionally responsive environments can take.
2025-11-21 07:08:16
by Fiona Alston
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Pilot supports smooth transitions to school for children with severe disability
The Queensland Department of Education has introduced the Enrolment Navigator Pilot, aimed at supporting families of children with severe disabilities as they transition to Prep at state schools.
2025-11-20 07:30:51
by Fiona Alston
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Early Learning and Care Council of Australia (ELACCA) appoints Anne Hollonds as Chief Executive Officer
The Early Learning and Care Council of Australia (ELACCA) has announced the appointment of Anne Hollonds as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 24 November 2025.
2025-11-20 07:00:57
by Fiona Alston
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National continuous checking system to support national WWCC reform
The Australian Government has announced an investment of $37 million over five years to support the national reform of the Working with Children Check (WWCC) system. The funding will underpin the development of a national framework named the National Continuous Checking Capability (NCCC), which is designed to provide continuous, near‑real‑time monitoring of criminal‑history information for WWCC holders.
2025-11-19 07:00:45
by Fiona Alston
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$36 million reform to bolster attraction and retention of preschool and school leaders in South Australia
A major reform announced by the South Australian Government aims to redesign leadership remuneration across the public education system, offering a clearer, more equitable structure for principals and preschool directors, and signalling recognition of the complexity of early‑childhood leadership.
2025-11-19 06:55:35
by Fiona Alston
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Macquarie University expands pathways to early childhood teaching with new StepAhead program
2025-11-18 07:00:26
by Fiona Alston
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Applications open for $40,000 Commonwealth teaching scholarships in 2026
2025-11-18 07:15:47
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Rise & Shine Kindergarten honoured with NSW Teachers’ Guild Award for Exceptional Teaching
2025-11-17 07:30:38
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