Childcare in Australia explained

If you are studying or working and have young children at home, you can access subsidised childcare in Australia.

Three toddlers eating on white table Source: Naomi Shi/Pexels

There are different care options available, depending upon whether you satisfy the activities test, and the level of government subsidy depends on your family income.

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