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Early Childhood Regulators To Review Staffing Loophole "Under The Roof" Ratio

Early Childhood Regulators To Review Staffing Loophole "Under The Roof" Ratio New!

Early childhood educators and advocates have welcomed a sweeping $189 million reform package unveiled by federal, state, and territory education ministers, which includes a long-awaited review of staffing ratios and regulatory loopholes. Among the most significant developments is the decision…
National CCTV Trial to Roll Out Across Hundreds of Childcare Centres

National CCTV Trial to Roll Out Across Hundreds of Childcare Centres New!

In a landmark move to strengthen child safety in early learning environments, the Australian government has announced a national trial of CCTV cameras across up to 300 childcare centres. The initiative, endorsed by federal, state, and territory education ministers, is…
Regulatory Oversight Questioned After Child Injury at NSW Childcare Centre

Regulatory Oversight Questioned After Child Injury at NSW Childcare Centre New!

A recent parliamentary hearing has revealed troubling details about a Newcastle childcare centre, raising serious concerns about regulatory transparency and child safety in New South Wales. The case has sparked renewed calls for reform in how compliance breaches are reported…
Free Food Handling Certificates: A Quick Guide for Early Childhood Educators

Free Food Handling Certificates: A Quick Guide for Early Childhood Educators New!

In early childhood settings, food safety isn’t just a regulatory checkbox—it’s a daily responsibility tied to children’s wellbeing. Whether you're preparing snacks, managing mealtimes, or supporting nutrition education, having a valid food handling certificate is essential. This guide consolidates the…
Free Online Course - SAFE Series Protective Behaviours Program

Free Online Course - SAFE Series Protective Behaviours Program New!

The NSW Office of the Children's Guardian has developed a SAFE Series Protective Behaviors Program, which helps early childhood educators teach protective behaviours to children in their care. After the session, your service will receive 2 sets of SAFE Series…
Daniel’s Law: Queensland Introduces Public Child Sex Offender Registry

Daniel’s Law: Queensland Introduces Public Child Sex Offender Registry New!

More than two decades after the abduction and murder of 13-year-old Daniel Morcombe, Queensland has introduced landmark legislation aimed at strengthening child protection. Known as Daniel’s Law, the new bill establishes a public child sex offender registry, allowing families and…
Victoria Moves to Immediate Suspend WWCC For 173 Individuals Under Reassessment

Victoria Moves to Immediate Suspend WWCC For 173 Individuals Under Reassessment New!

Victoria is introducing urgent legislative reforms to strengthen child safety protections by enabling the immediate suspension of Working With Children Checks (WWCCs) for individuals under reassessment for cancellation.
Victoria Fast-Tracks Child Safety Reforms Following Sector Review

Victoria Fast-Tracks Child Safety Reforms Following Sector Review New!

Victoria is set to overhaul its child safety framework, with new legislation fast-tracked through Parliament to address systemic gaps in the Working With Children Check (WWCC) process.
A Nation Confronts the Crisis in Childcare

A Nation Confronts the Crisis in Childcare New!

Australia’s $20 billion childcare industry is under intense scrutiny following a harrowing 60 Minutes investigation that aired allegations of neglect, abuse, and systemic failure across multiple centres. The episode, titled “Screaming”, has sparked national outrage and renewed calls for urgent…
Childcare Reform Package Raises Concerns Over Tech Reliance

Childcare Reform Package Raises Concerns Over Tech Reliance New!

A sweeping $189 million childcare reform package announced by federal, state, and territory education ministers has sparked debate over its heavy reliance on technology to prevent abuse in early childhood settings.
Five Major Childcare Safety Reforms Set to Reshape Australian Early Learning Sector

Five Major Childcare Safety Reforms Set to Reshape Australian Early Learning Sector New!

In a landmark move to strengthen child safety and regulatory oversight, the Australian government is preparing to roll out five major reforms across early childhood education centres. These changes, expected to take effect within months, aim to address longstanding gaps…
Australia to Launch National Educator Register for Childcare Sector

Australia to Launch National Educator Register for Childcare Sector New!

Education Minister Jason Clare has announced the creation of a national educator register as part of a sweeping reform package aimed at strengthening child safety in early childhood education and care services.
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