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  • Empowering Dads and Granddads

    21 August, 2026

    A recap of the Grandparenthood podcast chat on the impact of dads, and a preview of the 2026 Men's Summit at Stanwell Tops, highlighting the National Grandparent Conference happening the same weekend.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Dad, Do You Have Some Growing Up to Do?

    20 August, 2026

    A young mother's line — "he's got some growing up to do" — is a fair description of some men today. Here's what maturity looks like for a husband and father.

    National Center for Fathering

  • heaven

    19 August, 2026

    Raising kids is a lifelong lesson in our journey towards Heaven. Motherhood and fatherhood form us as parents, and we in turn form our children.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • Who I’m Fighting For

    18 August, 2026

    A personal reflection on why advocating for boys and men matters — rooted in childhood values, painful losses, and a call for women to see this not as a rivalry, but a shared cause fighting for justice and equality.

    Lisa Britton

  • 17 August, 2026

    Boys' educational failure has been documented for years without a fix, yet six British schools closed the gap using only the budgets they already had.

    Lawrence DeMarco LLM

  • 100 of the Best Books for Men – Transform Your Life by Reading

    14 August, 2026

    David Maywald's new book, "100 of the Best Books for Men", is a curated guide honouring authors and thinkers who illuminate manhood, character, and purpose.

    Warwick Marsh

  • toddler

    13 August, 2026

    A viral video of a toddler watching her parents’ wedding reveals something profound: children draw security not only from being loved, but from seeing their parents love each other.

    Kurt Mahlburg

  • miscarriage

    12 August, 2026

    Miscarriage is one of the most common griefs couples face, yet it is rarely discussed. Here's how communities can respond with tenderness rather than platitudes.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • Society Wins When Fathers Are Respected

    11 August, 2026

    Men’s happiness is falling, especially among working-class men, as marriage and fatherhood decline. Restoring the value of fatherhood could help rebuild purpose, family, and hope.

    Lisa Britton

  • 1IN3's Submission to the Consultation on the Second Action Plan

    10 August, 2026

    The One in Three Campaign’s submission to Australia’s Second Action Plan calls for a more inclusive response to family, domestic and sexual violence.

    Guest Writer

  • 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

  • Boys

    4 August, 2026

    Boys lag girls in literacy, Year 12 completion and university participation, yet there is no national strategy to address these persistent gaps. It's time to support the million-plus boys and young men across Australia in education.

    David Maywald

  • Don and Mum

    3 August, 2026

    I am incredibly grateful to my mum, who took my brothers and me to church every time the doors were open. I thought it was normal. And perhaps it was, but no longer — and that is a pity.

    Don Mathis

  • 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

  • gift

    29 July, 2026

    What the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly can teach every marriage about the gift of frailty.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • matriarchy

    28 July, 2026

    The antiquated narrative of “patriarchy” is a remnant of outdated feminist theory. True gender fairness requires acknowledging the current realities — including the growing influence of matriarchy — and addressing disadvantages faced by both sexes.

    Guest Writer

  • The Forge

    24 July, 2026

    Inspired by "The Forge", communities centred on food, fun and faith can shape boys into godly men, with the life-changing power of discipleship and intentional mentoring.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • 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

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  • Empowering Dads and Granddads

Empowering Dads and Granddads

A recap of the Grandparenthood podcast chat on the impact of dads, and a preview of the 2026 Men's Summit at Stanwell Tops, highlighting the National Grandparent Conference happening the same weekend.

1808, 2026
  • Who I’m Fighting For

Who I’m Fighting For

By |August 18th, 2026|

A personal reflection on why advocating for boys and men matters — rooted in childhood values, painful losses, and a call for women to see this not as a rivalry, but a shared cause fighting for justice and equality.

1708, 2026

Yes, He Can!

By |August 17th, 2026|

Boys' educational failure has been documented for years without a fix, yet six British schools closed the gap using only the budgets they already had.

1108, 2026
  • Society Wins When Fathers Are Respected

Society Wins When Fathers Are Respected

By |August 11th, 2026|

Men’s happiness is falling, especially among working-class men, as marriage and fatherhood decline. Restoring the value of fatherhood could help rebuild purpose, family, and hope.

808, 2026
  • The Forge

Maleness Is Born. Manhood Is Forged.

By |August 8th, 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.

508, 2026
  • Natural Fertility

Natural Fertility – Hey What?

By |August 5th, 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.

408, 2026
  • Boys

Boys: Getting It Right

By |August 4th, 2026|

Boys lag girls in literacy, Year 12 completion and university participation, yet there is no national strategy to address these persistent gaps. It's time to support the million-plus boys and young men across Australia in education.

308, 2026
  • Don and Mum

Thank You Mum

By |August 3rd, 2026|

I am incredibly grateful to my mum, who took my brothers and me to church every time the doors were open. I thought it was normal. And perhaps it was, but no longer — and that is a pity.

3107, 2026
  • Eastern Rosellas

Eastern Rosellas

By |July 31st, 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.

2807, 2026
  • matriarchy

The Matriarchy Is Alive and Well

By |July 28th, 2026|

The antiquated narrative of “patriarchy” is a remnant of outdated feminist theory. True gender fairness requires acknowledging the current realities — including the growing influence of matriarchy — and addressing disadvantages faced by both sexes.

2407, 2026
  • The Forge

The Forge

By |July 24th, 2026|

Inspired by "The Forge", communities centred on food, fun and faith can shape boys into godly men, with the life-changing power of discipleship and intentional mentoring.

2207, 2026
  • Are We Outliving Marriage?

Are We Outliving Marriage?

By |July 22nd, 2026|

We’ve heard it said many times – you probably have as well – it goes like this: “People live so much longer these days, it’s unreasonable to expect a marriage to last all their life.” Is it true?

2007, 2026
  • Evidence-Based Advocacy

Evidence-Based Advocacy

By |July 20th, 2026|

A new submission exposes the stark lack of support and advocacy for male victims of domestic and family violence, challenging Australia to confront an uncomfortable imbalance in care and compassion.

1707, 2026
  • Shoulder

Shoulder to Shoulder

By |July 17th, 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.

1507, 2026
  • Verbalise Dreams

Verbalise Dreams

By |July 15th, 2026|

Strong marriages are built on shared dreams, not silent sacrifices. Discover why speaking your hopes aloud can deepen unity, strengthen trust, and help couples flourish together.

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