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This year’s conference will host both International and Australian speakers and presenters addressing a range of topics such as advocacy, curriculum and assessment, reflective learning, play, coherence, sustainability, and equity and inclusivity. They will focus on these knowing that the Early Years Learning Framework is now being implemented around Australia.

In addition, the conference will provide sessions specifically focusing on the EYLF as well as abundant opportunities to discuss quality improvement in the sector.

Hurry! Call for papers closing soon

Applications to present at the Early Childhood Australia 2010 National Conference have opened. This submission period will close 31 March 2010. More information about the call for papers can be found here.

You will receive an email confirmation receipt within 15 minutes of your submission. If you do not receive this email please contact the conference secretariat on 02 6242 1800 or email conference@earlychildhood.org.au.

Have you registered yet?

Conference registration is now open! To receive the early bird discount, register before 31 July. To register visit: www.www.ecaconference.com.au

Early Childhood Australia members receive a conference discount. For more information about ECA membership, freecall 1800 356 900 (+61 2 6242 1800 outside Australia or visit www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/membership).

Those who register online will receive an email confirmation receipt within 15 minutes of their submission. If you do not receive this email please contact the conference secretariat on 02 6242 1800 or email conference@earlychildhood.org.au.

Social program

Welcome reception

Adelaide Convention Centre
Wednesday 29 September 2010
5:30-7:30pm

Join us for a casual drink and savouries. Full conference delegates receive one ticket to the welcome reception with their registration. Additional tickets can be purchased for guests, concession and day delegates at $55 per person. Additional tickets can be ordered on the registration form.

Conference dinner

Adelaide Oval
Friday 1 October 2010
7:00pm-late

The dinner is optional and available at an extra cost for all delegates, partners and guests. Ticket cost includes dinner, drinks and entertainment. Conference dinner tickets are $100 per person. Please order tickets on your registration form.

'Breakfast with the Stars'

Adelaide Zoo
Saturday 2 October 2010
7:00-9:15am

An exclusive breakfast with the keynote speakers and other early childhood VIPs. There will be one keynote or VIP per table to give you the opportunity to have a one-on-one chat with our stars. Ticket numbers are strictly limited! 'Breakfast with the Stars' tickets $60 per person. Breakfast included.

Accommodation

Accommodation has been secured at competitive and flexible rates at a range of hotels close to the venue, Adelaide Convention Centre, by the Accommodation Managers, arinex.

To view accommodation information and to book your accommodation please visit the accommodation website at http://www.arinex.com.au/eca2010

For any accommodation enquiries please contact arinex as follows:
Early Childhood Australia National Conference Accommodation Managers
c/o arinex
Phone: 61 2 9265 0700
Fax: 61 2 9267 5443
Address: GPO BOX 128, Sydney, NSW 2001
Email: eca2010accommodation@arinex.com.au

Flight bookings

Corporate Travel Management (CTM) has been appointed the official travel agency for the conference.

CTM have confirmed ‘group seats’ held with Qantas Airways to this event. To view flight information and to book your flights please click here.

For any flight enquiries please contact CTM as follows:
Early Childhood Australia National Conference Travel Managers
c/o Corporate Travel Management
Phone: 1800 630 866
Email: michelle_vanschalkwyk@travelctm.com

Early Childhood Australia/McArthur Management Services Awards
Early Childhood Leadership Development Scholarship and Student Encouragement Award

McArthur Management Services works closely with the early childhood sector to provide both permanent and casual staff. McArthur actively supports the development of the early childhood profession and the provision of high quality services to children and their families. The Early Childhood Leadership Development Scholarship and Student Encouragement Award reflects McArthur's commitment to the sector and their belief that the opportunity for leaders to advance their skills is essential to the continued improvement and growth of the sector, with the investment resulting in positive outcomes for children, families and staff.

Go to www.ecaconference.com.au for further information and application forms for the scholarship and award.

Applications close 30 June 2010.

Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities

If you are interested in exhibiting at the conference or would like more information about our sponsorship packages, please contact the conference secretariat on 02 6242 1800, conference@earlychildhood.org.au or download the sponsor and exhibitor package.

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