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Morrison's nanny program risks undercutting quality care

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imageSocial Services minister Scott Morrison's nanny package undercuts the general principle of qualifications for child care.AAP/Lukas Coch

Social Services minister Scott Morrison has unveiled the first part of the Abbott government’s “families package” ahead of next month’s federal budget and the signs are not good.

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