Early Childhood Australia VIC

13/10/2026

ECA Victoria Members Event

The Power of Storytelling in Education


ECA Victoria Committee invites ECA Victoria Members to a complimentary interactive professional learning session, to explore how storytelling can be shared through art, music and oral traditions.

Led by Ganga Giri, a descendant of the Palawa people of Tasmania and the Bunurong people of Victoria, educators will experience different forms of storytelling in action and discover practical, respectful ways to use them to support children’s learning, imagination, cultural understanding and connection.

Come along to connect with fellow educators and to explore:

- The role of storytelling in sharing knowledge, values, identity, culture and connection
- Storytelling through oral traditions: how voice, rhythm, repetition and participation can engage children and support learning
- Storytelling through music and sound: how music, rhythm and sound can convey emotion, create atmosphere and become part of the storytelling experience
- Storytelling through visual art: how colour, pattern, imagery and symbols can communicate ideas and meaning, including respectful approaches to sharing First Nations perspectives.

Register today: this event is limited to 25 places.

Date: Tuesday 10 November 2026
Time: 5.00 pm – 6.30 pm
Venue: Pope Road Kindergarten, 46 Pope Road, Blackburn, 3130.
Parking in Pope Road is sign-posted and council is strict with parking restrictions.
Cost: Complimentary! (Please come if you register)
How to register: Email Ali at [email protected]

Afternoon tea will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there.

02/10/2026

Hello from Early Childhood Australia VIC at the 2026 Early Childhood Australia National Conference!

We hope that you are enjoying the Conference and it’s stretching your professional thinking and learning. What an amazing program!

We have received queries about the ‘Welcome drinks and catch up’ event that ECA Vic Committee often offers at a national ECA conference. This possibility was not offered this year due to the very large number of Vic delegates attending the conference & the amount of planned social events offered throughout the conference program.

Please do come and say hi to a Committee member and get to know more about ECA and our work across the sector.

24/09/2026

Will we see you there???

The 2026 ECA National Conference is our largest yet, and in-person registrations are now sold out. 🎉

If you haven't secured your place, virtual registrations are still open. Access 30 live-streamed sessions across three days, all keynote addresses, live Q&A with speakers and 60 days of on-demand content after the conference. You can still be part of this milestone event, wherever you are.

Register now: www.ecaconference.com.au/2026/register

⚠️ Please note: ECA National Conference registrations are sold exclusively through ECA. If you receive any third-party offers for conference tickets, please disregard and report them to us directly.

11/09/2026

This year, several positions are open for nominations. To ensure the committee reflects the diversity of the sector, we are encouraging individuals with any

30/08/2026

26/08/2026

Nominations Now Open: ECA State and Territory Committee Positions

ECA’s state and territory committees are accepting nominations for several volunteer positions this year. If you're committed to early childhood education, now’s your chance to:

🎯 Step into a leadership role
📣 Advocate for the sector
🌱 Drive meaningful change within the sector

We’re encouraging individuals with diverse perspectives and skills to nominate.

This is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with like-minded professionals to make a significant impact. Nominations are open for the following states and territories:

- Australian Capital Territory
- New South Wales
- Northern Territory
- Queensland
- South Australia
- Victoria
- Western Australia

To nominate today, visit: https://bit.ly/46mIvS5

25/08/2026

🌟 Nominations Now Open: ECA Victoria Committee Positions 🌟

Are you passionate about early childhood education and care and ready to take on a volunteer leadership role? This is your opportunity to get involved and make a meaningful impact!

We encourage nominations from individuals with any of the following:
• Social media / digital engagement
• Board / governance experience
• Out of School Hours Care
• Family Day Care
• Early Years of School settings

Submit your nomination by 6:00pm AEST on Sunday 13 September. More information and the nomination form are available through the link below!

Nomination form: https://bit.ly/4gQ82Jp

Don’t miss out on this chance to contribute!

This year, several positions are open for nominations. To ensure the committee reflects the diversity of the sector, we are encouraging individuals with any

24/08/2026

MEMBERS!

Get in quick ro secure your place at this free PD.

03/08/2026

2026 Early Learning Matters Week is here! 🎉

From 3–9 August, early childhood services, educators, families and communities across Australia are coming together to celebrate the power of Learning Through Play.

The early years are where children learn to wonder, connect, create and grow, building the foundations they need to thrive in life. This week, we celebrate the people and places that make that possible every single day.

While early learning matters every day of the year, this is our week to say it together, loudly and proudly.

If you haven't registered your celebration, there still time. Get involved at: www.earlylearningmatters.org.au

27/07/2026

Shape how the Teacher Standards reflect practice

What is the purpose of the review?
The Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (Teacher Standards) were developed over 15 years ago. While the Teacher Standards continue to guide practice across Australia, they have not been formally reviewed since they were first adopted.

The review will consider the extent to which the Teacher Standards remain relevant, evidence-informed and aligned with an understanding of effective practice.

Your experience and perspectives will help identify areas where the Teacher Standards may be strengthened or improved to ensure they remain fit for purpose and inform recommendations on revisions needed.

How can I give feedback?
We encourage teachers, leaders and anyone with an interest in the Teacher Standards to take part.

You can share your views by completing our 20-minute survey.

The survey will be closed on 7 August.

Be part of shaping Teacher Standards that improve teaching practice and improve learning outcomes for children and young people.