Mum's plan to open day care for unvaccinated children
A Sydney mother is planning to open a day care centre especially for unvaccinated children.
Taking to secret Facebook group ‘Vaccine Free Australia’ the Sydney northern beaches mum is seeking expressions of interest from parents wanting to bring unvaccinated children together for “craft, yoga and dance”.
Heidi Street said she would like to open a daycare in her home for three to four children, two days a week.
“Children's days would be spent among nature, a walk to the beach, learning through play and games. Please let me know if this interests you,” she added.
The Sydney woman is one of just 5000 members in the group that authorities fear could pose serious health risks, including the circulation of measles mumps and whooping cough.
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“Many families are concerned about vaccinating. Yes it’s in response to No Jab No Play,” Ms Street added.
It’s a far cry from what Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull endorsed this month when he urged all states to adopt a NSW-style “no jab no play” legislation, banning unvaccinated children from childcare for the safety of others.
Queensland health minister Cameron Dick echoed the PM's calls, saying he'd be happy for the federal government to adopt similar measures nationally.
"If anything we would like to see our laws become standard across the nation," Mr Dick said.
"So from that perspective we are willing to work with the federal government to ensure our laws, which have started to operate in Queensland to become standard across the country."
