The Productivity Commission has released a report urging the Australian government to implement universal early childhood education and care (ECEC), recommending that every child aged 0-5 should have access to at least three days a week of quality care. Key recommendations include increasing Child Care Subsidy rates to 100% for families earning up to $80,000, abolishing the controversial activity test, and ensuring that costs do not hinder access for disadvantaged families. The report, informed by extensive community engagement, anticipates a 10% rise in ECEC attendance, primarily from low- and middle-income families. Education Minister Jason Clare has indicated that the government will respond to the report's findings in the coming months, ahead of the next federal election. Implementing the full recommendations could take a decade and cost about $17 billion, highlighting the significant investment needed to achieve these goals. Advocates emphasize the importance of addressing workforce challenges in the ECEC sector to ensure successful implementation of the proposed reforms.