Childcare Sector Faces Crisis Amid Rising Costs & Burnout
The childcare industry in Australia is facing an unprecedented crisis, brought about by factors such as the rising cost of living, childcare worker burnout and high staff turnover. With fewer workers in the sector and a shrinking number of childcare places, parents in these countries report job disruption and even job losses, as well as growing financial strain and stress. CNA Correspondent takes a look at what the crisis means for families, children and childcare workers alike, and how governments and organisations are approaching the issue.