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3 February 2026

Study using Growing Up in Australia data shows…

This article uses data from the Growing Up in Australia study to examine what impact birth order might have on how children spend their time. Both on their…

26 November 2025

Welcome to our refreshed website

We've been working hard to refresh our website to ensure we are meeting the needs of our diverse audiences, and are pleased to introduce a refreshed visual design for…

11 November 2025

Website improvements – coming soon

We’re improving our website to make it easier for you to find what you need and enjoy a smoother, more engaging experience.

16 October 2025

Flexibility and support enable better academic outcomes for…

Young carers face challenges balancing education and caring, but flexible, inclusive support can help them succeed and improve wellbeing.

29 September 2025

The ‘motherhood penalty’ is greater for some women

Despite the efforts of governments and employers in recent years to boost the number of women in the workforce, research shows taking time out of work to care for…

24 September 2025

The stakes are too high: the gambling industry must step up…

Our latest research on gambling indicates more should be done to curb harms - including investment in national data gathering and compelling industry to sign up.

28 November 2024

Release of 10-year report: humanitarian settlement outcomes…

The Building a New Life in Australia team have released their landmark 10-year report on humanitarian settlement outcomes.

16 August 2024

Advertising just one piece of the gambling reform puzzle

The Australian Government is currently considering its response to the 31 recommendations from the parliamentary inquiry into online gambling harms.

7 May 2024

Family law reforms put children’s best interests front and…

Law changes coming into effect next week about post separation parenting arrangements make it clear that the best interests of children are paramount. We have been…