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New Be You video series highlights wellbeing connections with the National Quality Standards
Be You offers a range of new free tools and resources to support early childhood education and care (ECEC) services in building mentally healthy learning communities. Among these is a video series that draws clear connections between Be You and the National Quality Standard (NQS).
2025-09-26 08:00:59
by Fiona Alston
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2025 VEYA finalists announced: Celebrating the outstanding work of the early years sector
The Victorian Government has announced the finalists for the 2025 Victorian Early Years Awards (VEYA), recognising early childhood services, teachers and educators, and community organisations for their exceptional contributions across nine key areas. From increasing access and participation to embedding cultural responsiveness, the awards highlight innovation, leadership and impact across Victoria’s diverse communities.
2025-09-26 08:00:24
by Fiona Alston
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New STEPS course helps participants get ‘Decked Out’ with employability skills
STEPS has launched Decked Out, an innovative new course designed to help people build confidence and develop their communication and employability skills in just three months.
2025-09-26 07:25:00
by Fiona Alston
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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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Greens amendments close critical child protection loophole affecting ECEC workforce
2025-09-19 06:09:25
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
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eSafety Commissioner to host free webinar for early years educators
2025-09-22 08:30:26
by Fiona Alston
