Yarriambiack Shire Council are addressing a key concern for the region, child care.
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A survey has been issued for families in the Dunmunkle childcare catchment area, which includes Minyip, Murtoa and Rupanyup.
Childcare shortages were been highlighted as an area of concern for residents through the community engagement sessions held throughout February and March.
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Recently, some primary schools were awarded outside care grants but this only covers primary school-aged children at those schools.
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"Childcare in our Dunmunkle catchment has been lacking for quite some time. It is now at a point where we have a willing workforce, but, due to the lack of childcare options, are unable to work, Yarriambiack Shire Council Executive Officer Jessie Holmes said.
"Childcare is critical to the current residents, and potential residents looking to move to our region. Our youngest residents are also missing out on the social and educational aspects of childcare, engaging with other children and learning social skills. We are working hard to rectify this gap in our early childhood services".
"Childcare shortages has been highlighted as an area of concern for our residents through the community engagement sessions held throughout February and March.
"Council is addressing this concern and actively working with the community to not only meet the current needs, but also plan for the future needs of childcare in Minyip, Murtoa and Rupanyup", Ms Holmes said.
The online survey can be accessed from yarriambiack.vic.gov.au and closes on Friday, April 23.
Enquiries regarding the childcare survey for Dunmunkle residents are to be directed to CEO Jessie Holmes on 5398 0100.
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