Our family of origin makes leaving and cleaving complicated! When we marry, we each bring an inherited mental picture of what a spouse ‘should’ be. That makes things interesting...
Byron and Francine Pirola
What is a responsibility? What is the male responsible for? What is the guiding force in determining any of the above? Those are some tough questions.
Guest Writer
There is no telling how many men's lives Men's Health Week has saved since 2002. And now, a glimmer of federal government hope – but you must use your voice!
Warwick Marsh
Rebellion is a part of the human heart. This perspective isn’t particularly popular. But it is honest – and it’s a powerful tool that equips us for the long journey of parenting.
Kurt Mahlburg
Many dads come to me in tears after losing their wives, kids – everything. I call it the empty time. It's not a pretty story. Nor was it meant to be.
Tony Miller
Dads4Kids and the Men’s Leadership Summit are deeply committed to helping all men stand for the better way, the masculine way. As the great Billy Graham said, “Courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened.”
Nathaniel Marsh
We want our children to become responsible, self-disciplined adults who are able to delay gratification in favour of better benefits later on. That means teaching them to say 'No' now.
Ken Canfield
Little Tasmania is holding out against the feminist push to weaponise domestic violence laws against men. Maybe this idea of an impartial police force will catch on?
Bettina Arndt
If your family is like mine and loves a good story, check out Dusty Boot Books and invest in some children’s books that prioritise family, creativity, beauty, values, education, and make a difference.
Nathaniel Marsh
In your role as a parent, recognise shame for what it is and consider how you can use it according to its purpose to help your child grow.
Kurt Mahlburg
This is a story about my bookshelf. Not usually that important, but all my special mementos, significant memories and special people are displayed on it.
Tony Miller
Appreciating and celebrating mothers isn’t just a kind gesture – it’s essential to the health and strength of families and society. Here are six reasons why this appreciation is so vital.
Warwick Marsh
Male victims of sexual violence, and there are many thousands of them from all over the world, are often ignored. Here's more research into male victims that the world wants to stay hidden.
Guest Writer
Dad, take heart. You can get through this. Face your fears. Do hard things. You'll realise this: they produced some of the greatest joys in your life.
Nathaniel Marsh
When it comes to the election of Australia’s political leaders, be informed and get involved as much as possible. After all, to quote writer Brian Smith, ‘strong families are an amazing antidote to overreacting governments.’
Nathaniel Marsh
Being a good dad is a distance run. The fathering marathon is a long, trying journey, and we must be disciplined if we hope to finish successfully. But we can.
Ken Canfield
The Family Court has been the subject of dozens of government inquiries and attempts at reform on its road to becoming a cash cow for lawyers and the single most hated jurisdiction in the country.
John Stapleton
Stories are even more important to children, especially when seen with Dad. There are some good family-friendly movies out at the moment. Let me give you my top three choices.
Warwick Marsh
“The Family Court system is in enormous trouble.” That’s a momentous statement given that the speaker, Adelaide barrister Stuart Lindsay, is a former Family Court judge. But there’s much more… This experienced insider blames the parlous state of this vital institution on a campaign led by the Labor Party.
Bettina Arndt
In late February 2025, Tom MacDonald released "Man in the Sky", a poignant, country-tinged ballad accompanied by a farm animal-themed music video. His poetic lyrics have a child-like innocence, yet pose some of life’s biggest questions.
Nathaniel Marsh
Fatherhood, far from being “toxic”, is an incredible protective factor that majorly reduces a whole variety of risks for children. The benefits of fatherhood extend far beyond the home, impacting children's health, safety, and future success. Keep that in mind next time someone uses the phrase “toxic masculinity”.
Kurt Mahlburg
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