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Australia could make childcare free. This is why it won't
Australia's childcare system remains expensive and largely privatized, with around 70 percent of providers operating for profit. Private equity firms dominate the market, leaving parents struggling with high costs and limited choices. The current structure has led to significant concerns over intergenerational fairness in access to affordable childcare and education.
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