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Free Food Handler Basics Training For All Educators Handling Food In Early Learning Services

Free Food Handler Basics Training For All Educators Handling Food In Early Learning Services

Food Handler Basics is a free, non-accredited, online training course developed by the NSW Food Authority. The course covers the basic knowledge requirements for food handlers in Standard 3.2.2A of the Food Standards Code.
Educators Handling and Serving Food Must Be Trained And Food Safety Supervisor Onsite - Must Comply By Dec 2024

Educators Handling and Serving Food Must Be Trained And Food Safety Supervisor Onsite - Must Comply By Dec 2024

As of 8th December 2023, Food Standard Code 3.2.2A updates have now come into effect. This means that all early learning services that prepare and serve meals to children require food safety training for all food handlers and a food…
2024 Yearly Calendar Of Cultural Celebrations And Events For Early Childhood Services

2024 Yearly Calendar Of Cultural Celebrations And Events For Early Childhood Services

The following lists cultural and special events that are taking place from January - December 2024. This should help you plan and organise upcoming events and celebrations in 2024.
New Display In FDC Residence and Venue Requirements

New Display In FDC Residence and Venue Requirements

As of 01 July 2023, approved providers must ensure that certain information is visible at each FDC residence or venue in a place that is accessible to families.
ACECQA Publishes New Guidance Information On QA1 Nature Programs

ACECQA Publishes New Guidance Information On QA1 Nature Programs

There are many different natural settings where in-nature programmes might be held, including your neighbourhood park or reserve, the beach, a lake, or the woods. ACECQA has published new guidance information to guide services for the approved regulatory changes that…
All FDC Educators Must Hold and Have Completed An Approved CERT 3 Qualification Or Higher

All FDC Educators Must Hold and Have Completed An Approved CERT 3 Qualification Or Higher

As of 1 July 2023, new family day care educators must hold an approved certificate III level (or higher) qualification, FDC Educators cannot be 'actively working towards' a qualification.
Children Banned From Watching Peppa Pig Due To Poor Values

Children Banned From Watching Peppa Pig Due To Poor Values

This beloved programme, which centres around a charming but occasionally domineering small pig, Peppa and her family, has lately become the focus of online controversy.
Preschool Teacher Fired For Applying Sleep Time Patches To Children

Preschool Teacher Fired For Applying Sleep Time Patches To Children

A Californian preschool teacher has been fired after allegedly providing toddlers with mood-calming patches (Zen Patches) without getting permission from their parents.
Free Gourmet Breakfast Prepared For Parents During Drop Off At Aussie Childcare Centre

Free Gourmet Breakfast Prepared For Parents During Drop Off At Aussie Childcare Centre

The internet was astounded—and admittedly a touch jealous—by an Australian mother who disclosed that her toddler's daycare prepares gourmet meals for working parents to enjoy for breakfast.
ACECQA Publishes New Guidance Information On QA2 Active Supervision

ACECQA Publishes New Guidance Information On QA2 Active Supervision

Establishing early learning environments that are both safe and mindful of the needs of every child requires active supervision. ACECQA has published new guidance information to guide services for the approved regulatory changes that started on 1 October 2023.
Toddler Accidentally Swallows A Christmas Ornament

Toddler Accidentally Swallows A Christmas Ornament

A nurse has cautioned parents about the risks associated with not child-proofing Christmas trees following a toddler who accidentally ingested a Christmas ornament.
Educators May Be Banned From Using Personal Phones Following A Nationwide Review Into Child Safety

Educators May Be Banned From Using Personal Phones Following A Nationwide Review Into Child Safety

A statewide inquiry into child safety may lead to a ban on personal phones and iPads being used by childcare providers.
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