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What price a baby boom in Australia?

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Young couples say they can't afford to have babies without Government help
Young couples say they can't afford to have babies without Government help Source: Getty

The Treasurer says he wants a baby boom in Australia to help contribute to economic growth, but many would-be parents simply can’t afford it.

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The Treasurer says he wants a baby boom in Australia to help contribute to economic growth, but many would-be parents simply can’t afford it.

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