Submission #2332

It is evident that those making decisions to cut childcare resources are so privileged and out of touch. Their childcare won’t be affected. The work that has gone into childcare research and policy and the EVIDENCE of its essential nature, including support staff is well established. Childhood education IS the backbone of a healthy and productive and caring society in so many ways and this is proven over decades of research. Pivotal research completely changed how we consider the lives of our 0-6 age group population and their caregivers and supports! This is such a ridiculous and huge step backwards that will cause repercussions that your government evidently cannot fathom. This is so disappointing, frustrating and will be remembered by all voters – your cuts to the most important and vulnerable segment of the population. Check yourselves!