Some experts worry the policy move could threaten Australian standards and equity, raise childcare costs and encourage fraud Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Angus Taylor’s Liberal party is considering vouchers for nannies and grandparents as part of an overhaul of childcare in Australia, a policy experts warn could threaten equity and care standards, as the Coalition sets up a clear contest with Labor ahead of the next election. Matt O’Sullivan, shadow assistant minister for “choice in childcare and early learning”, has opened the door to government-funded vouchers for nannies, au pairs or grandparents, while the party also considers a broader family tax policy that could look at income splitting, tax and superannuation incentives for families. Continue reading...