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Staff waivers continue their free fall recording eighth consecutive quarter of falls ACECQA snapshot show
The proportion of long day care (LDC) services with staffing waivers has fallen for the eight consecutive quarter according to ACECQA’s latest NQF Snapshot with all states and territories reporting levels lower than last year.
2025-11-14 09:43:03
by Jason Roberts
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Trauma-informed care at the heart of Connie Benn ELC’s VEYA winners success
As one of the standout finalists in the Department of Education’s 2025 Victorian Early Years Awards (VEYA), Connie Benn Early Learning Centre (Connie Benn ELC) has been recognised for its trauma-informed approach to early education and its steadfast commitment to supporting families facing complex challenges. Rachel Dike, the Fitzroy Precinct Early Years Coordinator and Olivia Moloney Brown, Fitzroy Precinct Early Years Educational Leader sat down with The Sector to share how their whole-of-family model, grounded in educator reflection, strong community partnerships and inclusive, therapeutic practice is making a powerful difference in the lives of children and families in Melbourne’s inner north.
2025-11-12 07:45:38
by Fiona Alston
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Victorian government invests in early planning for new and expanded kindergartens
Two service providers will receive funding in the latest round of Building Blocks Planning Grants, with support targeting regional Victoria as demand for kindergarten places continues to grow.
2025-11-12 07:42:35
by Fiona Alston
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A turning point for market confidence
G8 Education Limited (ASX: GEM), one of Australia’s largest listed early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers, has experienced a significant decline in market performance over the past 12 months.
2025-11-12 07:00:56
by Fiona Alston
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Advocacy in action: Children take the lead at HazelGrove Early Education
At HazelGrove Early Education, a dedicated Children’s Committee is transforming the role of children from passive participants to active advocates. Through child-led projects on safety, fairness and inclusion, these young learners are building leadership, empathy and agency from the ground up.
2025-11-11 08:00:36
by Fiona Alston
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OSHC convicted over serious breaches in supervision and safety obligations
2025-11-10 06:44:22
by Fiona Alston
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Reforms now in force across NSW early learning sector
2025-11-07 08:41:56
by Fiona Alston
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Embark Early Education moves on Mayfield: What the takeover means
2025-11-10 08:22:20
by Fiona Alston
