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Skilled migration opportunities for early childhood teachers to teach in Victoria

New opportunities are available for qualified early childhood professionals to build meaningful careers through the state’s skilled migration program.

Preparing children for school: How Weplay supports readiness through hands-on skill development

In early childhood education and care (ECEC), supporting a successful transition to school is a key priority. High-quality school readiness programs aim to prepare children holistically, physically, socially and emotionally, and in terms of independence and early learning behaviours. School readiness encompasses a broad combination of capabilities: physical development, social and emotional wellbeing, curiosity and learning dispositions, early literacy and numeracy, self-regulation, and the ability to adapt to a structured environment.

Reflecting on 2025: Growth, innovation and community for Xplor Education childcare software

As we wrap up 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a year filled with progress, collaboration and meaningful impact across the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector. From product enhancements to community events, it’s been a year shaped by the voices of educators, families and service leaders, and we’re so grateful to be on this journey with you as one of Australia’s top childcare software providers.

The $150,000 risk to running your childcare centre: Why “spreadsheet compliance” won’t survive the new NSW blitz

With regulation tightening and transparency demands increasing, QuickCare offers early childhood providers a single source of truth for staffing compliance from educator credentials to real-time audit reporting.

Unlocking social skills, self-confidence and voice through music with hey dee ho

In the early years of children’s development, opportunities for turn-taking, role-play, and expressing a sense of self are vital. Embedding these within a rich musical framework enhances more than just the tune, it cultivates communication, resilience and a strong voice. That’s where hey dee ho’s innovative early childhood music program becomes a key partner for educators, service owners and families alike.

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Skilled migration opportunities for early childhood teachers to teach in Victoria

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The $150,000 risk to running your childcare centre: Why “spreadsheet compliance” won’t survive the new NSW blitz

Unlocking social skills, self-confidence and voice through music with hey dee ho

Doing work that matters: Two decades in early childhood education and care

When I reflect on my last two decades working in early childhood education and care (ECEC), I find myself returning again and again to one simple truth: this work matters.

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Jun 24, 2025

When I reflect on my last two decades working in early childhood education and care (ECEC), I find myself returning again and again to one simple truth: this work matters.

Building harmony: How Hey Dee Ho strengthens early learning through music, connection and curriculum integration

Building harmony: How Hey Dee Ho strengthens early learning through music, connection and curriculum integration

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Educator wellbeing on the agenda at Workforce and Wellbeing Forum as Anthony Semann prepares to host panel of sector experts

Jason Roberts

Jun 17, 2025

We like to move it, move it! It’s all about building strong, happy children the fun way. Jump rope, throw balls, catch bubbles, robot dance, hide and seek, hula hoop, yoga stretch, climb, roll or wiggle! There are so many wonderful ways for children to explore physical play in the early years, and so many important reasons to do it.

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Nov 15, 2022

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1 in 5 Australians are struggling with mental health – what does this mean for ECEC?

A new report, released yesterday by the Australian Institute for Health and Welfare (AIHW) confirms how widespread mental illness is in Australia, revealing that one in five Australians have a mental health condition.

10 year celebrations for Little Scholars

Early childhood education and care (ECEC) provider Little Scholars is celebrating ten years of operation this year, a milestone which has great significance for founder Jae Fraser.

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