Early childhood education: 'Alarm bells have long been ringing'

Australians are losing trust in early childhood education. It follows the publication of investigative reports that revealed the sector has become subject to a myriad of problems. Some claim it's the marketisation of childcare services that has led to a crisis in quality and accessibility. Amongst it all is a workforce fighting to be valued. So what has gone wrong with Australia's early childhood education and care system?