Families in Australia 2011: sticking together in good and tough times

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20 May 2011This report draws on recent statistics to provide a picture of selected aspects of Australian families in 2011. It first explores some of the demographic and social changes that set the scene for contemporary family life and then considers patterns of participation in work and family life. The focus then turns to participation in community life through voluntary work and caring for others, expectations about the availability of support in times of need, and government assistance to families and individuals. The final sections of the report explore economic wellbeing and life satisfaction.

Authors: Alan Hayes, Lixia Qu, Ruth Weston and Jennifer Baxter.

Image: Report image / iStockphoto.com: princessdlaf

Publication typeReport
Publisher TypeAcademic research centre, APO Member
CoverageAustralia
Permanent URLhttp://apo.org.au/node/24868
Views2810

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