Short article Feb 2018
Australia’s welfare 2017: Changing trends in workforce participation and home ownership
We highlight some of the changing trends in workforce participation and home ownership that impact on Australia’s wellbeing.
Short article Feb 2018
We highlight some of the changing trends in workforce participation and home ownership that impact on Australia’s wellbeing.
Short article Oct 2017
This article examines the role of homelessness in the link between child maltreatment and youth offending.
Policy and practice paper Feb 2013
This paper uses existing literature to describe Australia's family leave policy history leading up to the government-funded Dad and Partner Pay
Short article Jun 2017
In the context of rising housing costs and financial stress, parental separation in low-income families can trigger greater risk of homelessness.
Policy and practice paper Jul 2013
This paper looks at the risk factors associated with young people exiting the education system prematurely, particularly in a family context
Policy and practice paper Feb 2014
Australian research into FIFO work practices suggests this lifestyle has a range of effects on children and on family relationships.
Resource sheet Apr 2015
An overview of the issues involved when displaying images of children and young people online, including privacy laws, consent and safety
Short article Aug 2017
This article explores what’s known about the complex relationship between child maltreatment and youth offending.
Short article Feb 2018
Recent research suggests that more young adults engage in sexting than teenagers and those who sext regard it more positively than those who don't.
Short article Sep 2017
Young people leaving care have specific needs and are at greater risk of contact with the justice system.