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Women ‘priced out of the workforce’ by childcare fees

Julie Hare

Parents of young children are opting not to take on more shifts or days at work despite cost-of-living pressures because childcare fee increases are outpacing the additional income they earn, says advocate Jessica Rudd.

“Australian women are being priced out of work and promotions at warp speed because they cannot afford, or have access to, care for their children,” Ms Rudd, who is the chief executive of The Parenthood, said.

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Julie Hare is the Education editor. She has more than 20 years’ experience as a writer, journalist and editor. Connect with Julie on Twitter. Email Julie at julie.hare@afr.com

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