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Recognition for Primary School Teachers as an ECT

Recognition for Primary School Teachers as an ECT

Up until the end of 2019, ACECQA has extended a transitional measure to allow primary school teachers to work within an early childhood setting. Primary school teachers working in early childhood will be able to be recognised as the equivalent…
Children Hospitalised After Suspected Gastro Outbreak At A Childcare Centre

Children Hospitalised After Suspected Gastro Outbreak At A Childcare Centre

Four children have been hospitalised after they contracted gastroenteritis at the same childcare centre in Sydney's lower north shore.
Corruption In Family Day Care

Corruption In Family Day Care

In the past 2 years, corrupt family daycare providers have defrauded taxpayers of more than $1 billion through systemic rorting.
2.4% Wage Increase For Educators

2.4% Wage Increase For Educators

From the 01 July 2016, the Fair Work commission has announced a 2.4% increase to minimum wages. This will apply from the first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2016.
$24 Million Funding Available For Preschools in NSW

$24 Million Funding Available For Preschools in NSW

Implementing a preschool program in the early childhood setting enables children to develop their developmental skills in key learning areas such as literacy, numeracy and self help skills.
No Jab No Play - Excluding Unvaccinated Children

No Jab No Play - Excluding Unvaccinated Children

Since January 01 2016, there has been alot of talk regarding the new No Jab, No Play legislation for early childhood services.Under this new law a child cannot attend a service until acceptable vaccination documentation is provided.
Professional Recognition For NSW Early Childhood Teachers

Professional Recognition For NSW Early Childhood Teachers

This is a great opportunity for ECT's in NSW to become accredited, which supports quality teaching and recognises the invaluable role you play within the community!
Asbestos Alert In Crayons

Asbestos Alert In Crayons

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has conducted testing on a range of wax crayons and identified traces of asbestos in a number of crayon products.
Influenza Epidemic on the Brink

Influenza Epidemic on the Brink

According to the Australian Medical Association, Queensland is on the brink of an influenza epidemic with thousands of cases been diagnosed just this month (August).
Fast Track Childcare Courses Causes Concerns

Fast Track Childcare Courses Causes Concerns

Australian Skills Quality Authority has found that 70% of childcare courses take less than a year to complete, instead of the minimum of 12 to 24 months requirement, making the majority of educators working in child care centres inadequately trained.
Whooping Cough Outbreak In Australia

Whooping Cough Outbreak In Australia

Whooping cough outbreaks have been on the rise across the country. Cases are up between of 100 to 300 percent across Australian states.
Funding for Preschool Programs in NSW

Funding for Preschool Programs in NSW

To support the delivery of preschool programs for children in long day care centres, a $20 million fund has recently been announced for NSW.
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