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The Parenthood

@the_parenthood

We are calling for:
1. One year of Paid Parental Leave to be shared between parents.
2. Universal access to ECEC and OSHC delivered by a properly paid workforce

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Women are STILL earning 21.6% less than men—for the same amount of work. New data confirms that Australia's gender pay gap remains. We are calling for bold ECEC and parental leave reforms to tackle one of the biggest barriers to pay equity. It’s time for real change šŸ’ŖšŸ¼

Women are STILL earning 21.6% less than men—for the same amount of work. New data confirms that Australia's gender pay gap remains. We are calling for bold ECEC and parental leave reforms to tackle one of the biggest barriers to pay equity. It’s time for real change šŸ’ŖšŸ¼
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This IWD, we’re not here for flowers or cupcakes—we’re here for change. šŸŒāœØ And we’re definitely not waiting another 130 years for equality. 🚨 At The Parenthood, here’s what we’re fighting for this International Women’s Day… ā¬‡ļøšŸ’œ Tell us below - what do YOU want this IWD?šŸ‘‡šŸ¼

This IWD, we’re not here for flowers or cupcakes—we’re here for change. šŸŒāœØ And we’re definitely not waiting another 130 years for equality. 🚨

At The Parenthood, here’s what we’re fighting for this International Women’s Day… ā¬‡ļøšŸ’œ 

Tell us below - what do YOU want this IWD?šŸ‘‡šŸ¼
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Would you drive 130km just so you could go to work? Some parents have no choice. In rural and remote Australia, a lack of ECEC is forcing families into impossible situations. Childcare isn’t just a family issue—it’s a community issue. And it’s time we fixed it.

Would you drive 130km just so you could go to work? Some parents have no choice. In rural and remote Australia, a lack of ECEC is forcing families into impossible situations. Childcare isn’t just a family issue—it’s a community issue. And it’s time we fixed it.
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Less than 10 days until our Calare Candidates Forum! But who will be there? Sam Farraway Kate Hook | Independent Candidate for Calare Dr Julie Cunningham, Robert O'Donovan Ben Parker. All candidates have been invited to attendĀ thisĀ event #everychildeverychance #federalelection2025 #yourvoicematters #calare

Less than 10 days until our Calare Candidates Forum! But who will be there? <a href="/SamFarraway/">Sam Farraway</a> <a href="/katehook4calare/">Kate Hook | Independent Candidate for Calare</a> Dr Julie Cunningham, Robert O'Donovan Ben Parker. All candidates have been invited to attendĀ thisĀ event
#everychildeverychance #federalelection2025 #yourvoicematters #calare
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An entire region with 0 childcare. How is this acceptable? In Nambucca Heads, 100% of the area is a childcare desert. Parents being forced out of work, families under financial strain, the entire community is left struggling. Join us March 29th at our Candidate Forum. Be Heard šŸ“¢

An entire region with 0 childcare. How is this acceptable?
In Nambucca Heads, 100% of the area is a childcare desert. Parents being forced out of work, families under financial strain, the entire community is left struggling. Join us March 29th at our Candidate Forum. Be Heard šŸ“¢
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Imagine if this was YOUR reality?! 🤯 For many rural, regional and remote families, this is the reality they face. No one should have to choose between their families and putting food on the table. Join us, have your voices heard see policy change for a better future šŸ’ŖšŸ¼

Imagine if this was YOUR reality?! 🤯 For many rural, regional and remote families, this is the reality they face. No one should have to choose between their families and putting food on the table. Join us, have your voices heard see policy change for a better future šŸ’ŖšŸ¼
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Some childcare providers are putting $$ ahead of kids' safety. This has to stop 🚨 Early educators do an incredible job, but regulatory gaps are letting bad operators exploit the system & families and educators are paying the price. We need funding reform with real accountability

Some childcare providers are putting $$ ahead of kids' safety. This has to stop 🚨 Early educators do an incredible job, but regulatory gaps are letting bad operators exploit the system &amp; families and educators are paying the price. We need funding reform with real accountability
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Less than 10 days to go until our Cowper Candidates Forum for the Mid North Coast! - But who will be there? Meet the Candidates who have confirmed their attendance. All Candidates have been invited to attend. #everychildeverychance #federalelection2025 #yourvoicematters #cowper

Less than 10 days to go until our Cowper Candidates Forum for the Mid North Coast! - But who will be there? Meet the Candidates who have confirmed their attendance.
All Candidates have been invited to attend.
#everychildeverychance #federalelection2025 #yourvoicematters #cowper
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Imagine being forced to choose between making a living and your child’s care. šŸ’” Too many parents, especially in rural areas, this isn’t a choice — it’s reality. Without accessible and affordable quality childcare, working becomes impossible. It's time for change šŸ’ŖšŸ¼

Imagine being forced to choose between making a living and your child’s care. šŸ’” Too many parents, especially in rural areas, this isn’t a choice — it’s reality. Without accessible and affordable quality childcare, working becomes impossible.
It's time for change šŸ’ŖšŸ¼
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🚨 BIG NEWS for ECEC 🚨 The Federal Budget includes a game-changing $5 Billion plan to build towards a system where ā€œevery child is guaranteed access to at least 7 days a week of quality ECEC, which is simple and affordable for every familyā€. Swipe through & learn more

🚨 BIG NEWS for ECEC 🚨
The Federal Budget includes a game-changing $5 Billion plan to build towards a system where ā€œevery child is guaranteed access to at least 7 days a week of quality ECEC, which is simple and affordable for every familyā€. Swipe through &amp; learn more
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The Return-to-Office Struggle is Real for Parents With employers pushing for full time return to the office, many parents are stuck in a tough spot. Experts are calling for better funding, expanded programs, and structured extracurricular activities to support working families.

The Return-to-Office Struggle is Real for Parents

With employers pushing for full time return to the office, many parents are stuck in a tough spot. Experts are calling for better funding, expanded programs, and structured extracurricular activities to support working families.
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🚨Working parents, we need to talk The 9-3.30 school day doesn’t match the 9-5 workday—but outside school hours care is expensive, inconsistent, and hard to find Parents are being pushed back into the office, but where’s the support? It’s time to rethink outside school hours care

🚨Working parents, we need to talk
The 9-3.30 school day doesn’t match the 9-5 workday—but outside school hours care is expensive, inconsistent, and hard to find
Parents are being pushed back into the office, but where’s the support? It’s time to rethink outside school hours care
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Yesterday we spent time with Steph Hodgins-May @adambandt & @sonya_semmens. The Parenthood welcomes their policy to prioritise a free Universal Care system, to address childcare deserts with a $2 billion fund & expand funding Aboriginal community led ECEC

Yesterday we spent time with <a href="/stephhodginsmay/">Steph Hodgins-May</a> @adambandt &amp; @sonya_semmens. <a href="/the_parenthood/">The Parenthood</a> welcomes their policy to prioritise a free Universal Care system, to address childcare deserts with a $2 billion fund &amp; expand funding Aboriginal community led ECEC
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Where is the Coalition's ECEC policy? Their backflip on flexible work is welcome news for parents. But what policies are they actually offering working families? Which is why we're asking @peterduttonmp and @davidlittleproud.mp - Where are the policies at?

Where is the Coalition's ECEC policy? Their backflip on flexible work is welcome news for parents. But what policies are they actually offering working families? Which is why we're asking @peterduttonmp and @davidlittleproud.mp - Where are the policies at?
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šŸ“£ Thousands of Aussie children are being left behind — before they even start school.⁠ It’s time to close the gap. Every child deserves a fair start, no matter their postcode.⁠

šŸ“£ Thousands of Aussie children  are being left behind — before they even start school.⁠ It’s time to close the gap. Every child deserves a fair start, no matter their postcode.⁠
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School "holidays" aren't always a break for working families. The juggle is real — grandparents called in, AL chewed up & holiday programs booked at crazy prices (if you can even get a spot). It doesn’t have to be this hard. This is why we campaign for systemic policy change.

School "holidays" aren't always a break for working families. The juggle is real — grandparents called in, AL chewed up &amp; holiday programs booked at crazy prices (if you can even get a spot). It doesn’t have to be this hard. This is why we campaign for systemic policy change.
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Waiting until the 11th hour to release a policy on ECEC, hoping voters don't notice isn't good enough. ECEC isn't political fodder. We want to see ALL parties and candidates contesting the 2025 Federal Election commit to ambitious policies to support children, parents & families

Waiting until the 11th hour to release a policy on ECEC, hoping voters don't notice isn't good enough. ECEC isn't political fodder. We want to see ALL parties and candidates contesting the 2025 Federal Election commit to ambitious policies to support children, parents &amp; families
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Big promises, big potential… but we need the full picture. šŸ‘€ The $20B Regional Australia Future Fund is a step in the right direction. But, we have a few questions... Will we see a policy for Universal ECEC? Let's hope this isn't just a headline but a policy with real results

Big promises, big potential… but we need the full picture. šŸ‘€
The $20B Regional Australia Future Fund is a step in the right direction. But, we have a few questions... Will we see a policy for Universal ECEC? Let's hope this isn't just a headline but a policy with real results
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We welcome today’s FWC announcement of a pay rise for early childhood educators — a step in the right direction. šŸ‘ There is no ECEC without educators. This increase is progress and an important move toward recognising the essential work educators do every single day.

We welcome today’s FWC announcement of a pay rise for early childhood educators — a step in the right direction. šŸ‘ There is no ECEC without educators. This increase is progress and an important move toward recognising the essential work educators do every single day.
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"We want universal childcare to be as natural as public school.ā€ Anthony Albanese Last night’s Leader’s Debate on ABC News gave us something to celebrate, Universal childcare is his legacy. However, Peter Dutton said nothing. That's right. Zero comment. Where is the Opposition’s plan?

"We want universal childcare to be as natural as public school.ā€ <a href="/AlboMP/">Anthony Albanese</a> Last night’s Leader’s Debate on <a href="/abcnews/">ABC News</a> gave us something to celebrate, Universal childcare is his legacy. However, <a href="/PeterDutton_MP/">Peter Dutton</a> said nothing. That's right. Zero comment. Where is the Opposition’s plan?