Tasmania has taken a step toward strengthening the state’s child and youth services workforce with the launch of its first Children and Youth Workforce Roundtable, announced by Minister for Children ...

Australian research is highlighting the important role that humour and shared laughter play in early learning environments, underscoring why these seemingly ‘silly’ moments deserve greater recognition ...

The Australian Government has recently announced investment to increase women’s participation in construction and clean energy. While the focus is on future workforce participation, the message is ...

G8 Education Limited (ASX: GEM) has repurchased nearly 35 million shares under its on-market buy-back program, with consistent daily filings indicating a sustained focus on shareholder value and ...

A new report from UNICEF Australia and the Australian Research Alliance for Children and Youth (ARACY) offers a timely and comprehensive look at how safe, supported and connected children in Australia ...

Intentional teaching is a cornerstone of quality practice in early childhood education and care (ECEC). But while it is widely referenced in policy frameworks and curriculum documents including the ...

The Australian Government has released guidance to help users maximise the benefits of the Practicum Exchange Network.

Building on the success of The Sector’s popular Connect+ model, the ECEC Workforce and Wellbeing Forum is the next event in a new series of bespoke gatherings designed to inform, inspire and connect ...

Clear, timely communication is a cornerstone of high-quality early childhood education and care (ECEC), especially when it comes to managing and responding to incidents involving children’s health, ...

The Sector, Australia’s largest early childhood education and care (ECEC) publishing platform, has confirmed it will be hosting its inaugural ECEC Workforce and Wellbeing Forum, the second event in ...

In the fast-paced rhythm of an early learning environment, capturing the essence of children’s play, learning, and development can feel like trying to bottle lightning. But what if the key to more ...

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