This report examines the extent to which cohorts of families are using the Child Support Scheme compared to nearly a decade ago. It is important to understand the drivers of the decline in the Child Support Program coverage and how separated parents, especially main carers, meet the financial needs of their children.

This research examines Australian trends in care time arrangements after parental separation. It explores trends in care time arrangements since 2015, including arrangements beyond shared care and differences by child age. These care time arrangements are one of the elements that determine how much child support transfers from one parent to the other.

This report provides an overview of the progress made on outcomes for people with disability in 2025. The framework covers seven outcome areas: employment and financial security, inclusive homes and communities, safety, rights and justice, personal and community support, education and learning, health and wellbeing, and community attitudes. The report shows mixed outcomes.

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 Enhanced Early Supports Pilot provided individualised early supports in home and community settings to a group of children and their families in Melbourne’s west not accessing individual NDIS funding. A 12-month evaluation showed the model made a meaningful impact. Key findings and recommendations are outlined in this report.