Major childcare operator announces centre closures

About this episode

The episode discusses the closure of 40 childcare centres by G8 Education and its implications for families and employees.

Thousands of families and employees have been left in limbo after one of Australia's largest childcare operators announced it's closing 40 centres across the country. G8 Education says it's grappling with numerous challenges - from cost pressures to falling birth rates and "serious child safety incidents" that have led to a collapse in occupancy. The sector has been embroiled in scandal over the last year following reports of abuse, predatory employees and other serious safety risks, which has led to scores of centres closing their doors. GUEST: Dr Caroline Croser-Barlow, CEO The Front Project PRODUCER: Brooke Young

People in this episode

Host: ABC Australia

Guest: Dr Caroline Croser-Barlow

Topics covered

• childcare
• centre closures
• safety incidents
• family impact
• education sector

Keywords

• childcare
• G8 Education
• centre closures
• safety incidents
• Dr Caroline Croser-Barlow

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: G8 Education, The Front Project, ABC Australia

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