McArthur’s Commitment to Child Safety, Workforce Compliance and NQF Excellence
For over 35 years, McArthur has partnered with early learning services across Australia to deliver workforce solutions that strengthen child safety, NQF compliance and staffing quality. Discover how we continue to support centres in meeting the 2025 and 2026 reforms with confidence.
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How Early Learning Services Can Prepare for the 2026 NQS Child Safety Standards
The NQS will be refined in 2026 to place stronger emphasis on child safety in early learning. Learn what’s changing in Quality Areas 2 and 7, how services can prepare, and how McArthur partners with centres to build a confident, compliant child safe culture.
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2025 LGAT Annual Conference
Join McArthur at the 2025 LGAT Annual Conference in Hobart on 20–21 November. As proud exhibitors, we’re celebrating innovation, leadership and the future of local government, supporting councils to attract, retain and develop the talent shaping stronger communities.
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NQF Vaping Ban 2025: How Early Learning Services Can Build Smoke-Free Environments
The NQF vaping ban takes effect in September 2025, requiring early learning services to be smoke-free and vape-free. Learn what this means for leaders, how to build a positive workplace culture, and how McArthur supports centres with workforce and compliance solutions.
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2025 LGPro Women's Forum & Dinner
McArthur is proud to continue as Principal Partner of the 2025 LGPro Women’s Forum & Dinner, supporting leadership, growth and connection for women in local government. Join us on 23 October at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne to celebrate empowerment and progress.
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Child Safety and NQF Mandatory Reporting 2025: Understanding the 24-Hour Reporting Rule
The NQF is introducing a stricter 24-hour mandatory reporting rule for early learning services from September 2025. Understand what this change means, why it matters for child safety, and how McArthur supports centres to meet compliance with confidence.
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