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Lack of child care creates skills shortages as bush mums leave work

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Per ABC News, childcare shortages in rural Queensland are driving skilled mothers out of the workforce, creating labor market gaps. Parent Emily McPhee hopes her daughters won't face the same choice between career and family in the bush.

Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-28/skilled-mothers-le...

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