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Fair Work Announces 4.75% Increase In Children's Services Award and Educational Services Teachers Award

The Fair Work Commission has announced a 4.75% wage increase. This applies to all minimum and award wages, including the Children’s Services Award and the Educational Services Teac...

2 Jun 2026 • 2 min read Childcare News
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News 26 May 2026

National Simultaneous Storytime 2026

On Wednesday, 27 May 2026 at 12:00 pm AEST, children across Australia will join together for National Simultan...

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Sustainability Activities for OOSH Children

Sustainability isn’t just about recycling; it’s about helping children understand their role as caretakers of...

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Butterfly Education and Awareness Day Activities For Children

Butterfly Education and Awareness Day (BEAD) is celebrated on June 6, 2026. It was created by the Associatio...

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Italy for Kids Posters

Bring the magic of Italy into your learning environment with this vibrant Italy for Kids poster collection!...

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2026 NSS Participation Certificate

The 2026 NSS Participation Certificate is a free template. It is a participation certificate for children that took part in National Simultaneous Stor...

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Article 26 May 2026

Programming Activity Ideas for June Events 2026

The following activity ideas are mapped to each event, offering educators practical ways to embed experiences that connect with the EYLF outcomes. With five suggestions per event, educators can select and adapt...

Article 23 May 2026

Reconciliation Week Lesson Plan Guide

National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June) invites children and educators to celebrate the shared story of Australia and deepen unders...

Article 21 May 2026

Mind Maps in Early Childhood Education

Mind maps are more than colorful diagrams; they are powerful tools for helping young children connect ideas, visualize learning, and build...

Article 27 Apr 2026

Programming Activity Ideas for May Events 2026

May’s programming ideas are designed to be practical, adaptable, and inspiring—helping educators scaffold learning experiences that connect with c...

Template 24 Feb 2026

Outdoor Program Snapshot

This template is to be used as an outdoor program plan.

Article 23 Apr 2026

Seeing the EYLF in Children’s Play

In early childhood settings across Australia, the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) is more than a document; it’s a living, breathing presence...

Article 21 Apr 2026

EYLF Outcome Keywords for Fast, Clear Linking

When documenting children’s learning, educators often feel pressured to align every observation with codes, sub‑outcomes, or compliance language....

Article 20 Apr 2026

Writing the QIP in OOSH Services: A Beginner’s Guide

The Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) is not just a compliance document—it’s the heartbeat of continuous improvement in OOSH services. It shows how y...

Article 20 Apr 2026

Q: Do We Need To Do Observations In OOSH Settings?

Yes, observations are required in OOSH, but they look different from early childhood settings. Educators must document children’s engagement, well...

Article 14 Apr 2026

Examples Of Evaluating Children’s Goals

Evaluating children’s goals is more than ticking boxes; it’s about noticing growth, reflecting on what supported it, and planning the next steps w...

Article 13 Apr 2026

Critical Reflection vs. QIP Action Plan: Thinking and Doing in Practice

In early childhood education, continuous improvement is not just a compliance requirement—it’s a mindset. Two key processes drive this improvement...

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