Media release Oct 2015
Australian family facts and figures released on World Statistics Day
The Australian Institute of Family Studies today released the latest facts and figures on Australian families to celebrate World Statistics Day.
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Media release Oct 2015
The Australian Institute of Family Studies today released the latest facts and figures on Australian families to celebrate World Statistics Day.
Media release Jul 2018
Children and young people want to be heard more often in family law decision-making and to have their views taken seriously by both parents and professionals, according to a new report by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Media release Oct 2018
A national study of Australian children’s use of health services has revealed significant rates of concussion among teenage boys.
Media release Jun 2019
The often incompatible demands of work and family life typically have been viewed as a burden for mothers. However new research shows it is also affecting fathers.
Media release Mar 2016
Counselling for individuals, couples and families works for a significant majority of those seeking help with relationships and life’s problems, according to a discussion paper released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Media release Oct 2018
A national study of Australian 14-15 year olds has found that many young people have negative feelings and beliefs about gaining weight.
Media release Jul 2018
Many older age Australians who have experienced divorce are substantially less well off financially than people who have stayed married, according to new analysis by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Media release May 2016
Australians still turn to family for help and support in times of crisis, according to an Australian Institute of Family Studies facts sheet released today as part of National Families Week.
Media release Oct 2015
An evaluation of the 2012 Family Law Act amendments that were designed to improve responses to family violence and child abuse has found the changes are "a step in the right direction".
Media release Nov 2016
Australia’s family law system must continue to address a growing need for family violence screening among troubled families, according to the Australian Institute of Family Studies.