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NAIDOC Week is taking place from July 6 to 13 July – a powerful time to honour the history, culture, and achievements of the oldest continuing culture in the world, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people. For early childhood educators, it’s also an ideal opportunity to guide young minds in…

With the winter school holidays nearly here and the temperatures dropping fast, it’s tempting to hibernate indoors until the sun returns.  But the colder months can be a wonderful time for children to stay active, healthy, and happy. Especially if we’re intentional about how we spend them. At Bonkers Beat,…

Every year on June 21, the world unites through rhythm, melody, and harmony to celebrate World Music Day. This is a global event that honours the universal language of music.  At Bonkers Beat, we know just how powerful music can be, especially in early childhood education. In fact, we aim…

It’s International Yoga Day on June 21, and here at Bonkers Beat, we’re proud to celebrate a practice that is deeply embedded in our philosophy and daily routines. Incorporating yoga into early childhood education isn’t just about stretching and movement — it’s about nurturing the whole child. From improved concentration…

When we think about what makes an early childhood education centre truly thrive, it’s easy to focus on the big picture: beautiful learning environments, happy children, and strong relationships with families.  But at the heart of it all is one key factor: your educators. Investing in your team’s professional development…

World Environment Day is on June 5, with the 2025 theme of ‘ending plastic pollution’. This global date is a reminder as well as an invitation to do our part to reduce waste — in particular, avoid the unnecessary use of plastics infiltrating our ecosystems, food chains, and even our…