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Vital Signs. Untaxing childcare is a bold idea that seems unfair, but might benefit us all

  • Written by Richard Holden, Professor of Economics, UNSW
imageWin-win? No-one would be worse off under the UNSW proposal. Over time it should pay for itselfShutterstock

Australia’s system of childcare support is pretty good.

It ensures high-quality care is provided to a large number of children, it is targeted through income-based subsidies, and it is attentive to the needs of disadvantaged children and...

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