The Early Word

Sector updates, products news, helpful resources and upcoming webinars.

Gender Undervaluation Changes to the Children’s Services Award: What they mean for you

Friday, March 13, 2026

OWNA Acquires KindiCare to Transform Childcare Discovery and Enrolment Across Australia

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

NQF & CCS Changes in January 2026: What You Need to Know

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Critical Reflection in Early Childhood Education: Turning Practice into Progress

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

OWNA Acquires Juice Technologies, Strengthening Choice and Innovation in Childcare Software Across Australia & New Zealand

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Message from the CEO

Friday, October 10, 2025

NQS Quality Area 6: Collaborative partnerships with families and communities

Monday, September 29, 2025

MTOP: Guide to My Time, Our Place

Monday, September 22, 2025

How OWNA is helping services meet the new child safety requirements

Thursday, September 11, 2025