Articles & Thought Pieces

A collection of pieces that inspire and support Early Learning and Care

Christina Copp Christina Copp

Life changes require discomfort, pushing back fear and listening to the right voices

In a world where the only constant is change, the stories of individuals like Rebecca Ray and Derrick Cusack shine a light on the courage it takes to step off the well-trodden path and forge a new one. Rebecca, once a pilot, found her true calling in the realm of clinical psychology, a stark departure from the skies to the depths of the human psyche. Derrick transformed his life from one shadowed by substance use to one illuminated by health and mindfulness. Their journeys underscore a powerful message: embracing change, though daunting, is a pathway to discovering one's true potential and achieving personal fulfillment.

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Andrew Heslehurst Andrew Heslehurst

The early education sector is in desperate need of qualified staff

The Federal Government has pitched its $4.7 billion increase to childcare subsidies as a productivity measure, estimating it will add the equivalent of 37,000 full-time workers to the economy however we don’t have enough staff with the proper qualifications.

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