Coordinated by ACOSS, this comprehensive research project found that Australians and businesses are giving and volunteering more than ever before, contributing more than $11 billion in 2004. An additional $2 billion was provided by 10.5 million Australians who lent their support by participating in raffles, lotteries and other fund-raising events. The number of hours donated...

This literature review was conducted at the beginning of the Community Partnerships project. The project provides the opportunity for communities to take up the challenge of exploring new and more effective ways of working with young children and their families.