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Grandparents call for more support

Source: ABC News
Published: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 6:12 AEST
Expires: Monday, December 29, 2008 6:12 AEST

A new study shows approximately one in five Australian children are being cared for by a grandparent, and they are calling for more financial and practical help.

Tags: child-care, children, parenting, family, carers, australia

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