This research forms part of Phase 1 of the Parenting Information Project, one of the aims of which was to develop the evidence base around early childhood and positive parenting by identifying: the information that was available to Australian parents; the information needs of Australian parents; and effective mechanisms for addressing these needs. The objectives...

This volume (Volume 5) details the compilation of information and program materials and resources undertaken for the Parenting Information Project. Compilation of information and program materials To build an overview of the various types of information available and the format in which they are presented across Australia, a brief compilation of materials was undertaken. This...

The Parenting Information Project, funded under the National Agenda for Early Childhood, has been designed to identify best practice parenting programs and information for Australian families and the most appropriate service delivery mechanisms, and to develop products and/or programs. The Parenting Information Project has two phases. The Centre for Community Child Health (CCCH) has been...

Key professionals, policy makers and government representatives involved in the development and delivery of parenting information and supports in each Australian state and territory were consulted between February and April 2004. The consultations sought to determine the type of information and programs that professionals refer parents to, the perceived access of and effectiveness of these...

This report estimates the nutrient content in the food supply, from which assessments can be made as to whether the nutrients available for consumption in Australia are adequate to meet the needs of the population.