• The Forge

    8 August, 2026

    Maleness is born, but manhood is forged. Discover how intentional challenges, brotherhood and mentorship shape men—and why Andrew Gray’s new Forge program and the 2026 Men’s Summit matter for men of every generation.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Communication Curiosity

    6 August, 2026

    One of the most valuable things a dad can build with his children is open communication — the kind where kids feel genuinely free to bring anything to him. Coming with curiosity to the conversation is essential to let your kids know you truly care.

    National Center for Fathering

  • Natural Fertility

    5 August, 2026

    Couples are adopting natural fertility methods (also called Natural Family Planning) with new vigour. Not only do these methods help couples plan their families reliably, they connect the couple in a profound way with the essence of their masculinity and femininity.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • Eastern Rosellas

    31 July, 2026

    Joel Phillips didn't hand his son a screen — he handed him an opportunity. Now seven-year-old Miles' catchy tune "Eastern Rosellas" has gone viral, proving imagination and dad-time are a powerful combination.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Dad

    30 July, 2026

    Dad, your children don't need you to be perfect; they need you to pay attention — to them, to yourself, to the moments fatherhood keeps bringing your way.

    Ken Canfield

  • Daughters

    23 July, 2026

    A recent meta-analysis of 65 international studies has found that a father’s involvement in the life of his young children significantly predicts their social-emotional development, with the strongest benefits felt by daughters specifically.

    Kurt Mahlburg

  • Shoulder

    17 July, 2026

    It’s been said women have relationships face-to-face while men have relationships shoulder-to-shoulder. As a husband, father of five daughters, and CEO whose work is encouraging men to be the best they can be, I couldn’t agree more.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Dad

    16 July, 2026

    The year's halfway point is every dad's halftime break—a chance to reflect, reset, and finish strong by leading his family with greater purpose, presence, and intentionality.

    National Center for Fathering

  • The Rebuilt Man

    10 July, 2026

    When a woman who'd written a bestseller for women called to ask for help reaching men, my first instinct was caution. But Dawn Williams is offering men something powerful, and her upcoming book, "The Rebuilt Man", will help men rediscover the man they were created to be.

    Warwick Marsh

  • Shed Happens

    3 July, 2026

    Shed Happens is a non-judgemental place where blokes can be honest and talk about the good, bad, happy or sad rather than bottling it up.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Dads Catches Son Time Is Running Out

    26 June, 2026

    30 June is only a few days away, and we still have some way to go to reach our 2026 EOFY funding goal of $140,500. Time is running out to make a tax-deductible donation to help Dads4Kids continue building men, growing fathers, and changing generations.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • The of Gangs Worldwide

    23 June, 2026

    Father absence is not a marginal variable in gang formation; it is the epicentre. Yet, it's largely a hidden — or ignored – engine of global violence.

    Patrick O'Connor

  • Marshes at the Opera House Turning Hearts

    19 June, 2026

    Turning hearts of dads to their children, and the hearts of the children to their dads, is at the core of what Dads4Kids is all about.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Why Dads4Kids Exists

    5 June, 2026

    The data shows that fatherlessness contributes to almost all the social issues facing our nation today. The statistics are grim, but there is hope, and Dads4Kids is leading the way.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Pints and Ponytails

    29 May, 2026

    Pints and Ponytails events offer fathers a relaxed, low-pressure space where they can learn how to style their daughters' hair while bonding and sharing parenting experiences. As a father of five beautiful daughters, I wish I’d thought of such a marvellous idea myself!

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Llew O'Brien and Family Parliament

    22 May, 2026

    Llew O’Brien MP is the Shadow Special Envoy for Men and Boys. He's a man on a mission, and we need thousands more like him.

    Warwick Marsh

  • Celebrating Milestones

    1 May, 2026

    Dads have an important role to play in helping to build emotional resilience and reinforcing positive mindsets. By celebrating our children’s achievements — whether big milestones or small daily wins — we help foster their self-confidence.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Why Dad Alone When You Can Dad Together?

    24 April, 2026

    Fatherhood doesn't have to be a solo act. Discover how two inspiring dads are proving that connection, community, and showing up together can change — and save — lives.

    Warwick Marsh

  • Arrested Development People Everyday

    10 April, 2026

    Much like the hip-hop group Arrested Development’s song "People Everyday" celebrated ordinary people, at Dads4Kids it’s everyday people who inspire us to help fathers be the best they can be for their children.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • father

    7 April, 2026

    My father knew what was worth having and provided us with an ideal lifestyle. Our old weatherboard house was no showplace, but it was full of contentment, laughter and security.

    Roland Foster

  • father

    3 April, 2026

    As fathers, we need to face the facts, recognise the dangers, and do our best to navigate the modern world as best we can. Not only for our own wellbeing, but also for our families to thrive.

    Nathaniel Marsh

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