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The Networker Newsletters

The Networker Newsletter

The Networker is distributed bi-monthly in the first week of February, April, June, August, October and December. Backdated issues of The Networker and our previous newsletter the Update are available to download on this website (scroll down this page for links).

The Networker Newsletter - December 2009 (PDF 674Kb)

National Employment Standards and Modern Awards
Managing Change
Casual loading unchanged until July 2010
Leave entitlements in the NES
Where to get more information about workplace changes
Early Years Learning Framework
National Quality Agenda for Early Childhood Education and Care
Animal Ethics
Some Thoughts on Family and Child Support Law Training
8 Priorities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Families

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The Networker Newsletter - September 2009 (PDF 890Kb)

Comparing budget against performance
A Middle Years Framework for OSHC - Discussion Paper
SKYPE with us
Planning for Your AGM
New Early Learning Facility for Children with Autism
SA OSHC sector news and events
The Council for the Care of Children
Settlers Farm Vacation Care are hosting the ‘Big Vac Out’ again
Transfer of industrial powers
Wages and Awards Round-up
School age care in the USA
Changes to Discrimination Legislation
Putting ‘best practice’ into your HR practices
Belonging, being and becoming - the early years learning framework for Australia

The Networker Newsletter - June 2009 (PDF 326Kb)

Early Education and Childcare Ministry announced
Australian Early Development Index
Paid Parental Leave
Emergent Curriculum
Casual Employment SA Industrial System
Social Networking: an issue for children’s services
SA Handing Over Industrial Relations Powers
Unfair Dismissal Legislation
New Child Restraint Laws
Wyatt Early Childhood Education Grants

The Networker Newsletter - March 2009 (PDF 737Kb)

Kids’ Zone Fun Day
Paid maternity leave report due soon
Changes to WorkCover effective now
Grants resource available free online
Kay says “Goodbye”
OSHC: A Child's Play Space
Animal Ethics Committee

The Networker Newsletter - December 2008 (PDF 739Kb)

Practitioner's Research - A Personal Journey
More Changes to Industrial Legislation in 2009
We Are All Advocates For Children
Sheds on Legs
Introducing Joelene Rankine
‘Beyond The Boomerang’
National Children’s Services Forum
Children’s Week
Responsible Officer Training (OHS&W)

The Networker Newsletter - October 2008 (PDF 932Kb)

Grey Ward Children's Centre celebrates 100 years
The Network SA Board
Is it difficult to find and keep good staff
Training News
Wage increases in October 2008

The Networker Newsletter - August 2008 (PDF 532Kb)

Lessons in Leadership from the Dalai Lama
Growing Up in Australia – the longitudinal study of Australian children
Building Strong Relationships between Children and OSHC Staff
Ready for school
Young Media Australia
Tim Gill is coming to Adelaide

The Networker Newsletter - June 2008 (PDF 1.7Mb)

Networking in LDC
World News - China
Farewell Lesley
ECICs
Movie reviews
Valuing staff
News from CHESS
CCMS for OSHC
Resource centre reopens
Gardens

The Networker Newsletter - April 2008 [PDF 1.09Mb]

Preparing for CCMS
Minimum wage review 2008
Health & Safety Representatives - What Directors need to know
Sorry Day
Review of current DVD and video titles
Changes to Federal Industrial Relations Laws
I didn't know what I didn't know
Life in the fast lane
Sector Association Meetings
Australian 2020 Summit Participants announced

The Networker Newsletter - February 2008 [PDF 1.89Mb]

Big Vac Day Out - A celebration of OSHC
Indigenous Bi-Cultural Support Program
A new government in Canberra and some changes
Young Media Australia launches list of 200 non-violent titles for children under 7
Reviews of current DVD and video titles
The perils of the uneven playing field - how do you value your staff
Raising Children Website

The Networker Newsletter - December 2007 [PDF 1.33Mb]

The election's over - now what?
Reflections on Long Day Care
How big is your service's carbon footprint
Getting in touch with the natural world
Safe Work SA 2007 Award Winners
Supporting the Occupational Health and Safety needs of Family Day Care providers in South Australia
Studying for the OSHC Diploma
Who's on the Network SA Board?
Child Care in Sweden - personal reflections
Managing Holiday Stress

The Networker Newsletter - October 2007 [PDF 454Kb]

No Fear: Growing up in a risk-averse society
New Directors' Day
We Need OSHC Regulations
New Strategic Planning resource
New ATO Checklist - www.ato.gov.au/nonprofit
Letter to the Editor - An OSHC experience

The Networker Newsletter - August 2007 [PDF 1.91Mb]

RICE in the bush
Laws which Discriminate
Accolades, Bouquets and Sincere Thanks
Federal Workplace Changes
Farewell to Kathy Wright and Glen Clements
Right from the Start Conference Gawler July 2007
Kids free 2b Kids

The Networker Newsletter - June 2007 [PDF 422Kb]

It's all about Perspective
Siblings Australia
Q&A - Your questions answered - Salary Sacrifice
Changes in the Wind
Federal Budget 2007/08 Child Care Overview
Children's breakfast cereals
Policy Briefs - Translating childhood research to inform policy and practice

The Networker Newsletter - April 2007 [PDF 1.49Mb]

OSHC in Secondary Schools
Time and Wage Records
Fresh Vegies not always the Best
On Leadership
Where to find information about Pay and Conditions
Online tools to aid Communication for Community Groups
Celebrating 20 years - Whyalla's Multifunctional Aboriginal Children's Service
Nailsworth OSHC's Virtual Bus
Professional Development

The Networker Newsletter - February 2007 [PDF 613Kb]

Vacation Care Adventures
Children learning human rights through stories
NAIDOC celebrates 50th Anniversary
International Women's Day Breakfast
Chess Training Opportunities
Postgraduate Careers in Human Services
Mira's Story
Lovin' It, Changin' It Conference
When Dad's work is not OK
Northern Area Local Hub Group

The Networker Newsletter - December 2006 [PDF 2.30Mb]

OSHC Association Triple A Awards 2006
Q&A - Your questions answered
OSHCSA Come out and Play Conference
Good News Stories in SA Child Care
Network SA Board
Indigenous Professional Support Unit
Child Care Management System Consultations

The Networker Newsletter - October 2006 [PDF 713Kb]

Child Care Professionals Appreciation Day
AGM Announcement
MYOB Tips and Tricks
Mental Health Week
Q&A - Your questions answered
Demystifying Long Service Leave
What's New

The Networker Newsletter - August 2006 [PDF 1.60Mb]

Call for licensing of OSHC and FDC
The Australian Government's Inclusion & Professional Support Program for children's services
Keeping Records
Money Matters
Q&A - Your questions answered
Network SA Survey Results
Resources and networks
Workplace bullying and harassment
What's New

The Networker Newsletter - June 2006 [PDF 274Kb]

Fraud survey in not-for-profit sector
Network SA Training and Professional Development Services
Expansion of OSHC Services
Tax Deductions for job related expenses
Update on Responsible Officer training provisions
Does 'the Award' still apply?
100 hours project

The Networker Newsletter - May 2006 [PDF 314Kb]

The new newsletter - The Networker
Network SA Training funded through the PSC
Know before you go movie review service
Super Choice
NAIDOC Week
Food for Thought

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Network SA Update Newsletter - December 2005 [PDF 1.86Mb]

Watch this space!
Network SA and ARMSU closure dates
Telephone Advice Hot Topics - some Q & A's on the reclassifications
A quick note - Enterprise Agreements
Congratulations
South Australia's Child Care Centres - Exciting and Innovative
The benefits of Internet access - A Director's perspective
The OSHC Association rewards excellence!
OSHCQA December Bulletin
Moving on
Challenging and Adventurous Play
Electronic Lodgment for Childcare Benefit Claims
Urgent Update - OSHC Services & CCB Places
The Power of Positive Thought

Network SA Update Newsletter - November 2005 [PDF 751KB]

The Child Care (SA) Award
Beyond 2005
Important information relating to CSP Level 1.1
Network SA AGM
Seaton Community Child Care - 20th Birthday Open Day
Induction package for non-profit administrators
Keep your authorised contact details up-to-date
Don't forget your Public Officer
Contact details...we need yours
OSHCQA November Bulletin
Child Care Professionals Appreciation Day
Network SA EXtra

Network SA Update Newsletter - October 2005 [PDF 754KB]

The wait is over - The pay rise is finally here!
Beyond 2005: The latest on the agency changes
Very Useful Website - Ours
New online tool on the ATO website
From a Member of the Board - Nel Morrison
Network SA AGM
The South Australian Sector Associations
Recipe: Tomato & Ricotta Penne
"How To" Books
FIRSA - Who are they and what do they do?
OSHCQA October Bulletin
Can you help? Clothes Needed for East Timorese Babies
Vaccinations for Child Care Staff
Long Service Leave Training for OSHC

Network SA Update Newsletter - September 2005 [PDF 809KB]

Corporate Governance - What does it mean in community based child care?
Beyond 2005: The latest on the agency changes
Attention Cooks
Wage Case Update
A quick look at the 2004 Child Care Census
The 30% Child Care Rebate
New version of tax basics for non-profit organisations
Attention Clerical and Administration Staff
Indoor Air Pollution from Unflued Gas Heaters
Child Care Professionals Appreciation Day
OSHCQA August Bulletin
Telephone Advice Hot Topics: Superannuation Employer Contributions - are you getting them right?
Long Service Leave Training for OSHC

Network SA Update Newsletter - August 2005 (PDF 1.9MB)

Are your staff meetings effective?
Beyond 2005: merger = inclusive directions
An interview with Thibul Nettle, ARMSU
Unwell children in child care - needs more than just policies
Charity endorsement applications
National Aboriginal and Islander Children's Day
Common colds don't need antibiotics
Tips on reducing the spread of common colds in child care centres
OSHCQA August Bulletin
A reminder from the OSHC Association
Cut out and keep: Network SA contact details

Network SA Update Newsletter - July 2005 (PDF 1.6MB)

Staff Training - Why Invest?
Beyond 2005: Inclusion Support Agencies (ISA)
An interview with Anne Gawen, Network SA
Grants for OSHC Services
The Royal Adelaide Hospital CCC Celebrates 20 years!
OSHCQA July Bulletin
Invitation to apply for child care places - OSHC
Telephone Advice Hot Topics: Teamwork and leadership
$15,000 Spent Sponsoring Conference Attendance

Network SA Update Newsletter - June 2005 (PDF 515KB)

Victoria & ACT Wage Increase in Effect
Beyond 2005: Professional Support Coordinator
Attracting & Retaining Staff
A note on salary sacrificing
Treated pine in children's play equipment
Free Policy Development Guidelines CD
How Services can Support Aboriginal Families
Telephone Advice Hot Topics: Performance appraisal for the Director
Useful Website: www.ourcommunity.com.au
OSHCQA Bulletin

Network SA Update Newsletter - May 2005 (PDF 301KB)

State Industrial Law Changes
Beyond 2005: Funding ceasing
Wage Case Update
Shortage or Glut - The Extremes of Australia's Child Care Places
Rural & Remote Directors' Conference
Calculating Sick Leave Entitlement
OSHCQA Bulletin
Recent News Reports: Hutchinson Child Care Services; ABC Learning Centres
Telephone Advice Hot Topics: Staff Breaks

Network SA Update Newsletter - April 2005 (PDF 801KB)

Do You Average Your OSHC Utilisation Over The Week?
Beyond 2005: What agencies will it affect?
People in the sector series: Belinda Whateley
A hands on approach to educate children on healthy eating
Book Review: Discipline in School-Age Care
OSHCQA Bulletin
Telephone Advice Hot Topics - Superannuation for Child Care and OSHC Staff; 3 month Probationary Period for Child Care and OSHC

Network SA Update Newsletter - March 2005 (PDF 393KB)

Beyond 2005: What will happen to help & support agencies under the new funding system?
Help & Advice on industrial relations issues available for members of Network SA Extra.
Useful Website: www.leadershipvictoria.org
New Universal Childhood Pneumococcal Vaccination Program
Mandatory Food Safety Programs
OSHCQA Bulletin

Network SA Update Newsletter - February 2005 (PDF 236KB)

Child Care Wage Case Wins!
Choice of super fund legislation - does it affect you?
A new director starting?
New version of the Income Tax Guide for non-profit organisations
Creating Rich Environments
Become an accredited SunSmart centre
OSHCQA Bulletin
Quality of U.S. Child Care Questionable?
Community Benefit SA grants program
Quarterly Superannuation Statements Scrapped