This report considers state government policy in Queensland focused on families and children over time. The report shows Queensland’s children are worse off than other states and that families are often not considered when efforts are made to support kids.

The policy analysis demonstrated that despite recognition of the need to support children and young people, they are frequently overlooked in key policies. The reviewed policies were predominantly community and/or adult focused and siloed, with limited consideration of children’s wellbeing as holistic and connected to that of their family members.