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Through our research, the Commission contributes to the public debate and encourages informed policy discussion.

The Commission has a statutory mandate to conduct a program of research to support its inquiries, annual reporting and other responsibilities, including promoting community awareness and understanding of various productivity and regulatory issues.

Family Day Care Australia (PDF - 4360k)

Submission DR655 for Childcare And Early Childhood Learning View full list


Families in low socioeconomic areas will find it really difficult especially if there is no means to reliable transport or job opportunities in the area.”Family Day Care Educator. ... 7 Elliot (2006; 19), Early Childhood Education: Pathways to quality

Date received: 4 Sep 2014

National In Home Child Care Association (PDF - 335k)

Submission DR600 for Childcare And Early Childhood Learning View full list


The existing network of FDC and IHC are geographically spread to easily be able to cover all areas of the country requiring this flexible care model). ... IHC is classified as an ‘out of scope’service and was expected to remain so until the review of

Date received: 3 Sep 2014

Community Child Care Co-operative (NSW) (PDF - 1133k)

Submission DR825 for Childcare And Early Childhood Learning View full list


Given that the NQF is under a separate legislatively required review, why would the Productivity Commission be recommending changes at the National Quality Standard level of the NQF?

Date received: 5 Sep 2014