Billions to tackle NSW childcare deserts

There is less than one childcare place for every three children in regional NSW. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Billions will be spent in the next decade to break down barriers for working women in NSW, giving them access to cheaper, better-quality childcare.

The NSW government has passed legislation creating a $5 billion fund to increase access to quality, affordable childcare in well-known 'childcare deserts' across the state.