CELA CEO Michele Carnegie appeared before the NSW Legislative Council inquiry into the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector to call for urgent and effective reforms. 

Find out what CELA is recommending to government and how these reforms could help create a safer, stronger ECEC sector.

At HazelGrove Early Education, a children’s committee is giving young learners a powerful platform to lead, question, and create change.

Through child-led projects on safety, fairness, and inclusion, these young advocates are proving that leadership and empathy can start early—and inspire an entire community.

The way we talk about food can have a powerful influence on how children develop their relationship with healthy eating. This can be challenging for educators, especially when views on what’s ‘healthy’ differ.

Nutritionist and early childhood educator Fern Rodrigues shares her thoughts on this topic, suggesting that an evidence-based approach is essential.

Imagine living in a town where three or more families compete for a single early learning place. For many in regional, rural and remote Australia, this is everyday life.

This article explores new research revealing how living in these “childcare deserts” affects parents’ income, careers, mental health and overall wellbeing.

From little things, big things grow. At City of Canterbury Bankstown’s Hurlstone Park Children’s Centre, a child's comforter sparked a joyful, child-led investigation that culminated in the creation of a life-sized elephant made entirely from recycled boxes.

Discover how a small spark of curiosity led to a creative engineering feat with real-world impact.

In early education and care spaces, genuine allies help create environments where First Nations educators, families and children feel safe, valued and respected.

In this article, CELA Cultural Consultant Lisa Walker reflects on what true allyship looks like, how it differs from surface gestures, and the vital role leaders play in fostering it.