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Celebrating the legacy of Karen Roberts: A leader, advocate and changemaker in early childhood education
Karen Roberts, a deeply respected leader in early childhood education and care, will retire on 19 July 2025, concluding a career spanning nearly fifty years. Her legacy is one of courage, compassion and an unwavering commitment to children’s rights, social justice and educational inclusion.
2025-07-15 10:18:35
by Fiona Alston
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Elizabeth Death to step down as CEO of ELACCA after nine years of sector leadership
The Early Learning and Care Council of Australia (ELACCA) has announced that long-serving Chief Executive Officer Elizabeth Death (pronounced Deeth) will resign from her role, stepping down on 6 October 2025 after nearly a decade at the helm.
2025-07-14 10:42:05
by Fiona Alston
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A sea of possibilities: How a bottle cap mural inspired sustainability, leadership and community connection
At Montessori Minds early learning service, a striking new mural has transformed a simple wall and the way children, families and educators think about sustainability, creativity, and community.
2025-07-09 09:00:27
by Fiona Alston
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NAIDOC Week 2025: Celebrating the next generation with strength, vision and legacy
NAIDOC Week 2025 has commenced, offering early childhood education and care (ECEC) services a powerful opportunity to reflect, engage and act in meaningful ways to celebrate and learn from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples the oldest continuous living cultures in the world.
2025-07-07 07:40:02
by Fiona Alston
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AMIGA Montessori community unites for Teachers Got Talent 2025, raising $9,000 for homelessness
Teachers, families and local performers took to the stage on Thursday 13 June for Teachers Got Talent 2025, a celebration of culture, creativity and community spirit in support of the Vinnies CEO Sleepout.
2025-07-02 09:30:09
by Fiona Alston
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Spot checks, CCTV and scrutiny of Working With Children Checks: sector responds to child safety crisis
2025-07-07 07:15:26
by Fiona Alston
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Honouring the quiet magic of early childhood
2025-07-11 09:15:00
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Minister Jess Walsh signals urgent action on safety and oversight in early learning
2025-07-11 08:45:01
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