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Leadership transition in SA Cabinet brings potential shifts in early learning policy direction
South Australia is set for a significant Cabinet reshuffle following the announcement that Deputy Premier Susan Close and Treasurer Stephen Mullighan will retire from State Parliament at the March 2025 election.
2025-09-25 07:45:20
by Fiona Alston
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Legal considerations for online learning platforms in early childhood education
As early childhood education moves further into the digital space, more families and providers are engaging with online learning platforms. These tools open opportunities for connection, flexibility and new ways of supporting young children’s learning. At the same time, they raise important legal considerations that both educators and families need to be aware of. Understanding these issues is vital to ensure children’s rights, safety and wellbeing remain central.
2025-09-25 07:30:46
by Fiona Alston
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The Whole Child Alphabet: Stacy Benge to inspire play-based literacy
International early childhood expert and author Stacy Benge will bring her passion for child-led play and literacy development to the 2025 Early Childhood Australia (ECA) National Conference, encouraging educators to reconnect with the authentic foundations of learning.
2025-09-25 07:21:00
by Fiona Alston
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I want to tell them we are not like that here (and the very good news on joy)
In a recent article for The Sector, “Reclaiming Joy: Why connection, curiosity and care still matter in early childhood education”, I reflected on how educators in the early years sector are working to restore meaning and joy amid systemic pressures.
2025-09-25 07:01:11
by Fiona Alston
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ECEC in Focus: Sanctuary Early Learning Adventure invests in future leaders to strengthen early learning and community impact
Family-owned and operated provider Sanctuary Early Learning Adventure has marked a new milestone in its commitment to staff development, hosting its inaugural Future Leaders Conference.
2025-09-24 08:30:42
by Fiona Alston
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Greens amendments close critical child protection loophole affecting ECEC workforce
2025-09-19 06:09:25
by Fiona Alston
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eSafety Commissioner to host free webinar for early years educators
2025-09-22 08:30:26
by Fiona Alston
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How one service takes children’s self-advocacy seriously
2025-09-24 08:30:09
by Fiona Alston
