Gowrie NSW Podcast Show

In our latest podcast, Sheila Degotardi Associate Professor of Early Childhood from Macquarie University and Rose Todd, Executive Director of Programs at Gowrie NSW spoke about practitioner inquiries for an upcoming infant and toddler conference.Sheila and Rose discuss the call for papers, who and what they are looking for and what practitioners would need complete for a submission. 

In our latest podcast we spoke to Debra Mainwaring, Director of Wellbeing Australia, about educator wellbeing. Debra spoke about just how important is it to make time for ourselves and the consequences of ignoring your own wellbeing. She also offered practical tips for busy educators in becoming more mindful about their wellbeing. 

In our latest podcast, we spoke to Gemma Lavelle, Centre Manager at Gowrie NSW Dubbo, about opening new childcare services in Australia. Gemma explains what questions people need to ask themselves when they are considering setting up a childcare centre and takes us through the process step by step. 

Hear Mika Mizuno, play session facilitator at Gowrie NSW Erskineville, about the specialised play session program she is running for families with children aged 3-6 months. Mika explains how her program differs from the traditional playgroup, detailing the philosophies that underpin the program and the benefits that can be gained from participating. Interested? Hear more at the Orientation 12 February 2018 7pm at Erskineville Early Education and Care Centre, 1 Elliot Ave. Register your interest by emailing Mika at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

In our latest podcast we spoke to Justin Scarr, CEO of the Royal Life Saving Society, about water safety for young children. Research shows that toddlers and young children experience a high risk of drowning compared to teenagers and adults. Justin explains why this is the case and offers preventative tactics to keep your child safe around water.