Amplify! Blog

Looking for ways to bring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures into your classroom in a meaningful way?

First Nations early education resource specialist Deborah Hoger explores how music can connect children with culture, history and identity. From clapsticks and yidaki to contemporary artists like Mitch Tambo and Troy Cassar-Daley, Deborah shares practical ideas and resources to help educators embed music into everyday learning.

Over the past few weeks, there have been multiple federal and state announcements about child safety in early education and care.

We’ve brought them together in one place so you’re fully informed, and we’ll share key actions and dates as timeframes are clarified.

This article explores how leaders can foster a child-safe culture in early childhood education and care by making reporting concerns a normal and supported practice.

It outlines why leadership is critical in overcoming barriers to reporting and offers practical strategies to build a workplace where children’s safety is always prioritised.

There are important regulatory changes coming to the education and care sector designed to protect children from harm. This article explains what's changing and how these reforms aim to strengthen children’s safety.

At the upcoming Economic Reform Roundtable (19-21 August), Treasurer Chalmers has an opportunity to put early education and care at the heart of Australia’s productivity agenda.

In this opinion piece, we outline why investing in inclusive, community-led services delivers immediate workforce gains and long-term benefits for children, making it one of the highest value reforms on the table.

National Science Week 2025 invites early childhood services across Australia to embrace the theme Decoding the Universe – Exploring the unknown with nature’s hidden language. This nationwide celebration of curiosity and discovery is the perfect chance for educators to inspire children’s interest in science and maths through everyday play and exploration. 

You don’t need to be a scientist or have a room of beakers and microscopes – sometimes, the best opportunities for learning are found in the simplest places. Discover how muddy puddles can open the door to hands-on science and maths experiences. 

Professionalism goes beyond simply having the right skills and qualifications – it’s about how you show up every day in your work. This article explores what it truly means to be a professional in early childhood education and how you can apply these principles to your daily practice.

Male and male-identifying educators play an important role in the ECEC sector—not only as team members but as role models to children who learn the value of an inclusive society. This article explores how services can support, advocate and stand alongside their male colleagues within the workplace and with families.

The weight of recent news events, combined with the inherent day-to-day demands of working in the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, can take their toll on teams and individuals. 

In this article, we provide some practical and timely tips on how to spot the early signs of dysregulation and where to seek support. As Associate Professor Tamara Cumming highlights, looking after yourself is not a luxury—it's a professional imperative and results in better outcomes for children. 

Families are understandably concerned about child safety right now. They are seeking reassurance through open, transparent conversations that reflect empathy, demonstrate best practice, and show that children always come first. 

This article shares practical ways to engage families in meaningful conversations, including examples from CELA member Forbes Preschool. From everyday chats to signage, training and community outreach, you'll find simple strategies to help your service communicate with empathy and confidence.