- Published by:
- Victorian Early Childhood Regulatory Authority
- Date:
- 31 Aug 2026
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Celebrate success this Early Childhood Educators' Day
Ahead of Early Childhood Educators' Day, VECRA acknowledges the work of the thousands of early childhood educators in Victoria.
New service approval timelines
If you’re planning to open a new service, you must allow at least 90 days for VECRA to assess your application.
New sexual conduct notification now available in NQA ITS
Information on new notification requirements, and how to make VECRA aware of an incident.
Updated guide to the National Quality Framework
Stay up to date with the latest National Quality Framework guidance and key updates affecting education and care services, including Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) services, related providers and child safety.
Child Safe Standard 4 – Families and communities are informed and involved in promoting child safety and wellbeing
This article provides information and guidance to help providers and educators implement best practice processes related to Child Safe Standard 4.
Nationwide ban on baby bottle self-feeding devices
A permanent ban on baby bottle self-feeding devices, due to the risk of injury or death, is now in effect.
Disability Standards for Education now include early childhood
New requirements under the Disability Standards for Education apply to early childhood education and care services.
Planning for emergencies in early childhood services
Guidance on preparing your service to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and keep children, staff and communities safe.
Information about H5 bird flu in Victoria
Find out what you must do if a sick or dead bird is found at your service.
Hand hygiene in winter – be a Soapy Hero!
The ‘Soapy Hero’ pack is a new resource to help make learning about hand hygiene fun.
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