Providing support to Mackay families

Information on Australia’s laws regarding domestic and family violence, sexual assault and forced marriage, and a woman’s right to be safe.

A low literacy storyboard for reducing domestic violence.

Find the help you need, now and nearby. Find support for shelter, food, health, legal, counselling, and more.

A list of apps you can install on your smart phone for safety, support and resources.

Tips to trim your grocery bill through planning and being a savvy shopper

The costs of having a baby can quickly add up so it is important to start budgeting as soon as you start planning a family or know you are pregnant.

Good Beginnings provides free early childhood and practical parenting programs for children and families across Australia, based at our Early Years Centres or visits to your home.

Queensland Government departments whose purposes are to support families and protect children.

Early Childhood Australia Inc. formerly known as the Australian Early Childhood Association, was established in 1938. Early Childhood Australia works with Government, early childhood professionals, parents, other carers of young children and various lobby groups to secure the best range of options and outcomes for children as they grow and develop.

Links to numerous websites around Australia containing information on parenting.

This national parenting information website is a government funded resource that grew out of research into what parents and practitioners want and need (from the national Parenting Information Project.) It is part of the Australian Government’s commitment to ensure every Australian child has the best possible start in life by supporting parents in their most important role.

Payments and services to help with the cost of raising a child. Information about child care and child support. Help for teenagers becoming independent.