This article reports on research into the relationship between children receiving early intervention services and their later academic outcomes. The findings suggest that early intervention services for children younger than 3 years with moderate to severe developmental delays or disabilities had tangible academic benefits later in childhood.

The Thriving Kids Advisory Group was tasked with providing advice to inform deliberations of all governments on a national model for Thriving Kids – towards delivering better outcomes for Australian children with additional developmental needs. This is the Advisory Group’s final report which consolidates advice for governments. It presents a national model for Thriving Kids.

This fact sheet provides information on a landmark agreement between the Australian Government and state and territory governments to reform Australia’s health and disability systems. As part of this agreement, governments have agreed to put new investment into supports outside the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

Young people with disabilities and young carers describe how being genuinely listened to shapes their sense of respect, safety, and support. This report highlights gaps in everyday interactions and shows that stronger listening cultures can improve their experiences. The report offers guidance for organisations and individuals to build more responsive, inclusive practices that prioritise young...

The Thriving Kids initiative aims to focus on the early identification of ‘developmental concerns’ and the establishment of a national system of supports for children aged 8 and under with developmental delay and disability and low to moderate support needs and their families. This report inquires into the Thriving Kids initiative and makes 16 recommendations.