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30 July 2025

Programs that support the mental health and wellbeing of…

This article provides an overview of support programs for children with incarcerated parents, highlighting benefits and practitioner guidance for effective assistance…

22 July 2025

Understanding and responding to parents of transgender and…

This article describes the experiences of parents of transgender and gender diverse young people and provides practice points for working with them.

11 June 2025

2024 Needs and Impact Survey insights

This short article provides a summary of the findings from the 2024 survey. We explain how we plan to use the information to further understand the sector’s…

Image shows young toddler sitting in nature playing with toy truck
22 May 2025

The impact of parental incarceration on child behaviour and…

This short article provides an overview of the research evidence on the impacts of parental incarceration on child behaviour and development with a focus on children…

Middle school children learning in classroom setting.
26 February 2025

Supporting disability inclusion with children and families

This short article describes family and professional experiences of disability inclusion in early years settings, as well as the key enablers of inclusive practice…

12 February 2025

Why meaningful participation for children in out-of-home…

This short article aims to raise awareness of the importance of meaningful child participation in the context of out-of-home care (OOHC). It outlines why…

12 February 2025

How to support meaningful participation for children in out…

This short article outlines some of the ways practitioners can support children in out-of-home care (OOHC) to meaningfully participate in decisions that affect them…

20 January 2025

Early Years Strategy 2024–2034: An overview

This short article provides information about the Early Years Strategy 2024–2034 developed by the Australian Government. It outlines the key aims and values of the…

16 December 2024

Individual and family factors associated with child mental…

This short article summarises the research evidence on individual and family factors associated with child mental health and wellbeing.