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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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, 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
What the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly can teach every marriage about the gift of frailty.
Byron and Francine Pirola
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
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
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
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.
Dad, Do You Have Some Growing Up to Do?
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.
Finding Our Way to Heaven
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.
Who I’m Fighting For
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.
Yes, He Can!
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.
100 of the Best Books for Men – Transform Your Life by Reading
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.
What This Crying Toddler Knows That Our Culture Would Rather Forget
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.
When a Pregnancy Ends Too Soon: Offering Support After a Miscarriage
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.
Society Wins When Fathers Are Respected
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.
1IN3’s Submission to the Consultation on the Second Action Plan
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.
Maleness Is Born. Manhood Is Forged.
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.
Come with Curiosity: How Dads Can Build Open Communication with Their Kids
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.
Natural Fertility – Hey What?
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.
Boys: Getting It Right
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.
Thank You Mum
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.
Eastern Rosellas
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.
Can I Actually Do This? Every Dad’s Question
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.
The Gift We’d Rather Not Receive
What the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly can teach every marriage about the gift of frailty.
The Matriarchy Is Alive and Well
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.
The Forge
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.
The Daughter Difference: A Father’s Emotional Warmth Makes A Positive Impact
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.
Are We Outliving Marriage?
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?
Evidence-Based Advocacy
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.
Shoulder to Shoulder
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.
Dad, You’re at Halftime — Here’s How to Win the Second Half
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.
Verbalise Dreams
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.
















































