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News.com.au
2 days ago
- Health
- News.com.au
Concerning daycare images show children with their mouths taped shut in yoga exercise
A Sydney daycare centre has received a warning from the NSW Department of Education after concerning images emerged of children with their mouths covered with tape. The toddlers at Heritage House in Wahroonga, on Sydney's north shore, were participating in a breathing exercise as part of a yoga session last year. No injuries were reported from the exercise which was meant to be relaxing, but the Department launched an investigation into the matter after concerns were raised by a parent. 'While no children were harmed in this incident, it was an inappropriate activity that should not have taken place in an early learning centre,' a spokesperson from the NSW Early Childhood Education and Care Regulatory Authority told 'A thorough investigation was immediately conducted and a compliance action issued to the approved provider, which remains on their record.'  An external visitor was not running the yoga session, and the centre provided evidence to the Department that the mouth taping exercise has since been discontinued.  In a statement, Heritage House told the Sydney Morning Herald: 'It was a well-intentioned activity led by one of our educators, a yoga instructor.' 'We accept that the Department issued a warning and as a result we took steps to ensure that the activity was not repeated.' Photos of the activity were shared on the centre's parents app alongside a caption where an educator described the activity as 'unique'. 'The children gathered for a unique lesson combining breathwork, gentle yoga, and the tape-mouth technique. Guided to focus on nasal breathing, they playfully mimicked animals in yoga poses, learning to breathe deeply and calmly through their noses, fostering early mindfulness,' they wrote, according to SMH. A number of parents whose children attend the daycare threw their support behind the centre and its educators on Tuesday. One parent told 7News: 'They've always been very careful about the kids, their growth, their education, everything.' Another said: 'People are friendly, they seem engaged, kids are happy here.' Mouth taping, specifically for adults prone to mouth breathing while sleeping, has become a recent trend on TikTok but concerns have been raised about the dangers of restricting airflow.
The Advertiser
2 days ago
- Health
- The Advertiser
Kids' mouths taped shut during 'breathing' exercise at childcare centre
A childcare centre has admitted to taping toddlers' mouths shut as part of a controversial 'breathwork exercise'. The incident occurred at Heritage House Childcare Centre in Wahroonga on Sydney's north shore. The incident was reported to the NSW Department of Education. A spokesperson for Heritage House told ACM that it was a "well-intentioned activity" led by a yoga instructor with tape used to help keep the mouth closed to promote nasal breathing. "It is well known that yoga is a popular and well-supported activity in early childhood education, and our educator is a much-loved member by many past and present children and their families," the spokesperson said. READ MORE: 'Epic Humans': teachers urged to address kids with gender-neutral terms Some parents had responded positively to the 2024 exercise after images from the day were published on an internal app that parents could access, the spokesperson added. The centre self-reported the matter to the Department of Education after a parent expressed concern. This exercise has not been repeated since the incident, the spokesperson said. The Department of Education was contacted for comment. READ MORE: Two female childcare workers charged with allegedly assaulting 17-month-old baby A childcare centre has admitted to taping toddlers' mouths shut as part of a controversial 'breathwork exercise'. The incident occurred at Heritage House Childcare Centre in Wahroonga on Sydney's north shore. The incident was reported to the NSW Department of Education. A spokesperson for Heritage House told ACM that it was a "well-intentioned activity" led by a yoga instructor with tape used to help keep the mouth closed to promote nasal breathing. "It is well known that yoga is a popular and well-supported activity in early childhood education, and our educator is a much-loved member by many past and present children and their families," the spokesperson said. READ MORE: 'Epic Humans': teachers urged to address kids with gender-neutral terms Some parents had responded positively to the 2024 exercise after images from the day were published on an internal app that parents could access, the spokesperson added. The centre self-reported the matter to the Department of Education after a parent expressed concern. This exercise has not been repeated since the incident, the spokesperson said. The Department of Education was contacted for comment. READ MORE: Two female childcare workers charged with allegedly assaulting 17-month-old baby A childcare centre has admitted to taping toddlers' mouths shut as part of a controversial 'breathwork exercise'. The incident occurred at Heritage House Childcare Centre in Wahroonga on Sydney's north shore. The incident was reported to the NSW Department of Education. A spokesperson for Heritage House told ACM that it was a "well-intentioned activity" led by a yoga instructor with tape used to help keep the mouth closed to promote nasal breathing. "It is well known that yoga is a popular and well-supported activity in early childhood education, and our educator is a much-loved member by many past and present children and their families," the spokesperson said. READ MORE: 'Epic Humans': teachers urged to address kids with gender-neutral terms Some parents had responded positively to the 2024 exercise after images from the day were published on an internal app that parents could access, the spokesperson added. The centre self-reported the matter to the Department of Education after a parent expressed concern. This exercise has not been repeated since the incident, the spokesperson said. The Department of Education was contacted for comment. READ MORE: Two female childcare workers charged with allegedly assaulting 17-month-old baby A childcare centre has admitted to taping toddlers' mouths shut as part of a controversial 'breathwork exercise'. The incident occurred at Heritage House Childcare Centre in Wahroonga on Sydney's north shore. The incident was reported to the NSW Department of Education. A spokesperson for Heritage House told ACM that it was a "well-intentioned activity" led by a yoga instructor with tape used to help keep the mouth closed to promote nasal breathing. "It is well known that yoga is a popular and well-supported activity in early childhood education, and our educator is a much-loved member by many past and present children and their families," the spokesperson said. READ MORE: 'Epic Humans': teachers urged to address kids with gender-neutral terms Some parents had responded positively to the 2024 exercise after images from the day were published on an internal app that parents could access, the spokesperson added. The centre self-reported the matter to the Department of Education after a parent expressed concern. This exercise has not been repeated since the incident, the spokesperson said. The Department of Education was contacted for comment. READ MORE: Two female childcare workers charged with allegedly assaulting 17-month-old baby
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Sydney childcare centre under investigation for taping toddlers' mouths shut
A Sydney childcare centre is under investigation after disturbing photos emerged showing toddlers with their mouths taped shut as part of a 'breathing exercise.' Heritage House in Wahroonga, on Sydney's north shore, faced compliance action in January 2024 after a parent discovered the photos in the centre's app. The mother was given access to the app, which provides updates on the children throughout the day, when she was considering enrolling her child at the centre. She was horrified when she stumbled upon a series of photos from the centre's 'baby yoga session,' which showed the toddlers with masking tape over their mouths. 'My toddlers started with 30 seconds tape mouth, look at them now. It is amazing, amazing,' an educator wrote alongside the photos, according to The Sydney Morning Herald. The educator described the yoga session as a 'unique lesson,' explaining that mouth taping taught the children to focus on nasal breathing. 'The children gathered for a unique lesson combining breathwork, gentle yoga, and the tape-mouth technique,' they wrote. 'Guided to focus on nasal breathing, they playfully mimicked animals in yoga poses, learning to breathe deeply and calmly through their noses, fostering early mindfulness.' The mother, who works in the child protection sector, immediately submitted a complaint to centre and withdrew her son before he even started. Heritage House claimed the activity would never be repeated after it faced compliance action. The childcare centre explained the baby yoga session initially received 'positive feedback' from parents through the internal portal. led by an educator, who was also a qualified yoga instructor, the centre said the breathing exercise was a 'well-intentioned activity'. 'It is well known that yoga is a popular and well-supported activity in early childhood education, and our educator is a much-loved member by many past and present children and their families,' Heritage House said in a statement. The centre explained it decided to self-report the matter to the Department of Education for consideration after it became aware of the mother's concern. 'We accept that the department issued a warning, and as a result we took steps to ensure that the activity was not repeated,' the centre said. 'We take our duty of care seriously and are proud of the care, trust and reputation we've built over many years with our families and communities.' The trend of 'mouth taping' has gained in popularity over the last couple of years, with many social media users claiming the practice improves facial structure by promoting nose breathing. However, recent published studies suggest the trend provides little benefit and could potentially cause serious asphyxiation risks. A spokesperson for the NSW Early Childhood Education and Care Regulatory Authority confirmed no children were hurt during the activity. The spokesperson condemned the centre's actions and labelled the mouth-taping exercise as an 'inappropriate activity', claiming it should not take place at an early learning centre. The regulator investigated the matter, following a report from the mum, and issued a compliance action to Heritage House. The childcare industry has come under intense scrutiny after Melbourne childcare worker Joshua Dale Brown, 26, was charged with over 70 child abuse offences. His offences included the sexual penetration of a child and producing child abuse material. It is not suggested that Brown has ever worked at Heritage House.
FACT
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- FACT
Aseer Summer Season 2025: Catch sports, shops and singers
The summer festival takes place in a spectacular setting. Summer holidays don't have to mean leaving the Middle East. Saudi Arabia's Saudi Seasons continues with the Aseer Summer Season 2025, which is filled with exciting events. Running until 1 September, it includes food stalls, pop-up shops and entertainment. Aseer Summer Season 2025 takes place in Aseer, Saudi Arabia, which boasts mountains, forests and, most importantly, cooler temperatures. Now, these lush landscapes are set to get more exciting, thanks to a range of family-friendly events. The programme features over 600 curated experiences spread across six distinct destinations, each designed to highlight Aseer's rich heritage, creative spirit, and breathtaking landscapes. Some of the highlights of Aseer Summer Season 2025 include Plato, a lively entertainment space for families; Cowboy Town, which brings a taste of the Wild West to the Saudi highlands; and Rakayb, a tranquil park lined with fruit trees. Cultural highlights like Al-Muftaha Village, Joud Camp, and The Summer Gathering host performances, workshops, and interactive events that pay tribute to Aseer's traditions. As part of Saudi Arabia's 'Colour Your Summer' campaign, the season invites travellers to explore the region's cooler mountain climate, where temperatures hover between 15 and 25°C, offering a refreshing contrast to the rest of the Kingdom. Aseer is located in the province of Aseer, which is a two-hour flight from Riyadh. If you're planning to extend your trip, make sure you visit Aseer's heritage sites: Rijal Almaa village, Jaresh archaeological site, and the Heritage House in Al Namas. Saudi Arabia's cultural calendar is filled with seasons, from Riyadh Season to Jeddah Events. Riyadh Season is scheduled to return in the winter, and Jeddah Season 2025 is currently running. Join the fun. GO: Visit for more information.
Yahoo
09-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Newport restaurant specialising in Sri Lankan cuisine given food hygiene rating
A Newport restaurant specialising in Sri Lankan cuisine has been given a good food hygiene rating. Heritage House on Upper Dock Street was awarded a four-star rating, indicating an overall 'good' score by the Food Standards Agency. The rating followed an inspection on December 12, 2024. The restaurant opened in September last year, replacing Granchies Caribbean Takeaway. The inspection assessed three areas: food handling, cleanliness and condition of facilities and building, and the management of food safety. Hygienic handling of food, including preparation, cooking, re-heating, cooling, and storage, was rated 'very good.' Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building, including layout, ventilation, hand washing facilities, and pest control, were rated 'good.' However, the management of food safety was rated as 'generally satisfactory.' The Food Standards Agency defines the management of food safety as "the system or checks in place to ensure that food sold or served is safe to eat, evidence that staff know about food safety, and the food safety officer has confidence that standards will be maintained in future." The Food Hygiene Rating Act 2013 requires all food businesses in Wales to display their hygiene ratings prominently. Inspections are carried out by local authority officers, and ratings range from zero, meaning urgent improvement is necessary, to five, meaning standards are excellent. Businesses have the right to appeal against ratings. Each inspection is carried out under three categories: hygienic food handling, cleanliness and condition of facilities and building, and the management of food safety. Heritage House have been contacted for comment.
