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CEO Annie Bryce steps down from leading Edge Early Learning
After eight and a half years at the helm of Edge Early Learning, Annie Bryce has stepped down from her role as Chief Operating Officer (CEO), reflecting on what she described as “one of the most rewarding experiences” of her career.
2026-01-27 07:15:02
by Fiona Alston
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Australia Day Honours 2026: Two early childhood leaders recognised nationally
Two long-time contributors to early childhood education have been recognised in the Australia Day 2026 Honours List, highlighting the national impact of work that often happens quietly, in services, research settings and community organisations.
2026-01-27 07:00:00
by Fiona Alston
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Victorian Parliament releases key paper on child safety and reform in ECEC
A new research paper from the Victorian Parliamentary Library, A Moment of Reckoning: Recent Developments in Childcare Safety, explores the significant reforms reshaping early childhood education and care (ECEC) in Victoria. The paper provides a clear overview of the events, legislation and public concerns that have driven a major regulatory shift in the state’s approach to child safety and oversight of services.
2026-01-23 09:52:28
by Fiona Alston
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Naming private body parts isn’t optional: Why accurate language belongs in personal safety education
Teaching children the correct anatomical names for their private body parts can feel confronting for some adults. Yet evidence and child protection experts continue to point to the same conclusion: accurate language supports children’s safety, health and autonomy and reduces the secrecy and shame that can prevent children from speaking up.
2026-01-23 08:06:52
by Fiona Alston
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Incident prevention and management: Protecting children through proactive safety practices
Early childhood education and care (ECEC) services are entrusted with one of the most important responsibilities, ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of children. Effective incident prevention and management practices are vital to meeting this responsibility, and are mandated under both federal legislation and the National Quality Framework (NQF).
2026-01-23 08:06:51
by Fiona Alston
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Australia Day Honours 2026: Two early childhood leaders recognised nationally
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CEO Annie Bryce steps down from leading Edge Early Learning
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by Fiona Alston
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Victorian Parliament releases key paper on child safety and reform in ECEC
2026-01-23 09:52:28
by Fiona Alston
