This report is aimed at providing a better understanding of the needs of the carers of children who are living in out-of-home care in Australia.

This Research Snapshot focuses on the socio-demographic characteristics of foster and relative/kinship carers and aspects of their care experience.

This Research Snapshot focuses on carers' reports on their access to and views on service support.

This Research Snapshot focuses on carers' reports on training they had received and the degree of contact with their caseworker.

This Research Snapshot explores the thoughts and feelings of carers of out-of-home-care children about their care experience

This Research Snapshot directs attention to carers' wellbeing and their family relationships.

Explores how parents make decisions about work and care, especially when faced with shift work or inflexible job conditions.

Becoming a mother heralds a dramatic change in the lives of Australian women.

To which extent is child care flexible enough to meet the needs of parents who work non-standard or variable hours?

What types of childcare are Australian parents choosing for their children?