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Why sustainability isn’t ‘one more thing’ on your to-do list
Are you an early childhood educator or leader who wants to make a difference but feels overwhelmed by the thought of adding sustainability to your full plate? You’re not alone. The good news is that sustainability doesn’t have to mean more work.
2025-11-28 07:30:04
by Fiona Alston
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Building belonging and agency by honouring children’s rights
Children’s Week 2025 has wrapped up, but the voices and conversations it inspired continue to ripple through early childhood services, schools, and our wider community. Every year, Children’s Week offers us a moment to pause, reflect, and honour what childhood truly represents.
2025-11-26 05:28:27
by Fiona Alston
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Supporting adopted children in early childhood education and care settings
Adoption is a complex and deeply personal journey that brings unique strengths, challenges and experiences to every child and family. In early childhood education and care (ECEC) environments, educators play a critical role in supporting adopted children to feel safe, seen and included, while also partnering respectfully with families to ensure children's individual needs are met.
2025-11-24 06:30:01
by Fiona Alston
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Who should work with young children?
The early childhood education and care workforce sits at the heart of Australia’s education system, yet it is often discussed in terms of poor practice, staff shortages, burnout and retention challenges. While the work demands high levels of pedagogical knowledge, emotional intelligence, stamina, and ethical judgement, it continues to be framed through the language of personal suitability, the idea that certain people are inherently right for the job.
2025-11-07 07:30:45
by Fiona Alston
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A UK hack shows Australia needs to be very careful about its CCTV trial for daycare centres
This article contains references to child sexual abuse, which may be distressing for some readers. Please read with care and prioritise your wellbeing. Resources for support are provided at the end of the article.
2025-10-31 08:00:52
by Fiona Alston
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Early help, lasting impact: the success of a Specialist Equipment Loan
2025-11-25 07:30:39
by Fiona Alston
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Landmark report warns wellbeing of Australian children at a crossroads
2025-11-25 07:00:53
by Fiona Alston
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EYS program delivers strong outcomes, but long-term funding remains critical
2025-11-25 07:45:35
by Fiona Alston
