Recent reports of playground injuries in early learning settings have identified the critical role of routine playground inspections, as updated 2026 regulatory reforms place greater emphasis on child ...

ECEC leaders will explore workforce wellbeing, retention, child safety and reform at The Sector Connect+ 2026 Workforce and Wellbeing Forum in Melbourne.

From 1 September 2025, sweeping national reforms will strengthen child safety in early childhood education and care (ECEC) services across Australia, with faster incident reporting, updated digital ...

The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) has issued four tips to help approved providers and other service leaders to ensure that all staff understand their roles and ...

A new Australian study has found children who demonstrate stronger pretend play skills at ages two and three are less likely ...

Queensland Dinosaur Week is set to roar across the state from 4 to 10 May 2026, giving early learning services a timely opportunity to turn one of childhood’s most enduring fascinations into rich ...

ASX listed Mayfield Childcare has confirmed that Chief Executive Officer Ashok Naveinthiran, has notified the Board of his intention to resign.

The term ‘sense of place’ refers to the way in which spaces and places are created in early childhood education and care (ECEC) and other environments for children and adults to show that this is a ...

World Asthma Day, to be held this year on Tuesday 5 May, is a timely reminder of the importance of asthma awareness and the practical steps that can help prevent serious flare-ups. One of the most ...

Critical reflection is more than a compliance requirement under the National Quality Framework, it is a powerful tool for growth, accountability, and improved outcomes across early childhood education ...

New NSW child safety reforms commenced on 24 April 2026, introducing additional obligations for approved providers and ECEC services. Here are the key compliance changes to review now.