The Nationals are consulting on a bold policy paper that suggests tripling paid parental leave to 18 months and reducing HECS debt for mothers to encourage "population renewal."

Senator Bridget McKenzie argues the current system is broken, forcing families into "childcare deserts" and institutional care rather than providing genuine at-home options.

The Nationals are consulting on a bold policy paper that suggests tripling paid parental leave to 18 months and reducing HECS debt for mothers to encourage "population renewal."
Senator Bridget McKenzie argues the current system is broken, forcing families into "childcare deserts" and institutional care rather than providing genuine at-home options.

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Mornings with Mark Levy brings you the latest news, sport, traffic and weather, with hard-hitting political interviews and commentary every weekday from 9am-12pm.
You can find the full show podcast and other highlights from the program right here.