Plant based diets are gaining popularity in broader society, and more and more families are seeking ECEC options which cater to this dietary preference.

The WA Government's proposal to introduce full-time five-day kindergarten in schools has sparked concern among early childhood education professionals.

Cultural Diversity Week runs from Monday 17 to Sunday 23 March 2025, with ECEC services acknowledging diverse and vibrant multicultural communities.

The study’s results reveal how employees, across 18 countries, are struggling in ways that, if left unaddressed, could define the future of work.

Despite objections from a neighbour, Victoria’s planning tribunal has ruled that 2 ECEC services can operate side by side.

A new book will be released on 1 April with the aim of taking on the life skills and emotional dilemmas ‘good enough’ children face every day.

The interactive component to all Connect+ Forums will be a key differentiator to other events in the sector,” Mr Roberts said.

Recent changes to kindergarten and preschool funding underscore the critical role that kindergarten and preschool programs play in the Early Education and Care (ECEC) sector.

Our perceptions of body image are shaped by what we see from as early as seven years of age, according to new research by Durham University (UK).

Guarantee legislation which recently passed through Parliament will improve access, affordability and simplicity.

Before continuing to engage with this piece readers of The Sector should be aware that it discusses the death of a child whilst in FDC late last month.

Registrations are now open for the 2025 Premier's' Reading Challenge – an easy way for early childhood services to encourage families to read together.