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Championing Access to Quality ECEC
In this compelling episode of Learn Play Thrive, host Simone Brand joins forces with Georgie Dent, CEO of The Parenthood, to confront the systemic fractures currently defining the early childhood landscape. From 'childcare deserts' and soaring fees to the myth of informal care, this conversation strips away the political jargon to reveal the real-world impact on Australian families. Georgie explains why the current market-driven ECEC model is operating as failing social infrastructure, and she calls for a fundamental shift in how we value the early years.
The dialogue dives deep into the…
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