• You Are Not Alone: 3 Fears Fathers Face

    29 October, 2026

    First-time fatherhood brings excitement, uncertainty and fear. Discover how dads can overcome three common worries, grow through mistakes and become the fathers their children need.

    National Center for Fathering

  • Kids Need Their Dads

    27 October, 2026

    Fatherlessness is reshaping Australian society, with serious implications for children, community safety and social stability. Addressing the crisis requires renewed recognition of dads’ vital role.

    Patrick O'Connor

  • Be the Bridge, Dad: Connecting Your Kids to Their Grandparents

    22 October, 2026

    Grandparents offer children something irreplaceable: family heritage, unconditional love, wisdom and prayer. Dads can build these lifelong bonds through simple, intentional acts of connection.

    National Center for Fathering

  • Dads Get Amongst It

    16 October, 2026

    Discover why dads make a unique difference in their children’s lives, and how the Dads4Kids Fun Camp creates lasting memories through adventure, connection and fun.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Modelling When You’re Not Even Trying

    15 October, 2026

    The lessons children remember most aren’t always the ones dads deliberately teach. Everyday actions, quiet habits and ordinary choices shape a father’s lasting influence on his children.

    National Center for Fathering

  • Dads Changing the World Through International Men’s Day

    9 October, 2026

    Your support has helped us change the world for the better, as Dads4Kids has poured our heart, soul and finance into the global promotion and celebration of International Men’s Day.

    Warwick Marsh

  • sparring

    8 October, 2026

    A father’s role is not to crush his son in competition, but to sharpen him. By becoming a wise and worthy sparring partner, dad can help his son discover his strengths, overcome weaknesses and grow into a capable, confident man.

    Jay Payleitner

  • Dad, Don't Make Them Wait a Lifetime

    1 October, 2026

    A dad’s words can shape a child for life. Don’t hold back from telling your children you love them, believe in them and are proud of them.

    National Center for Fathering

  • men in crisis / under coercion

    29 September, 2026

    Coercion strips people of genuine choice, and when institutional power is used to intimidate vulnerable families, autonomy, dignity and trust can quickly disappear.

    Patrick O'Connor

  • Dad You Matter

    10 September, 2026

    Your kids probably won't say it out loud. But the park trips, the bedtime prayers, the homework sessions — they're storing every moment. Dad, your small investments are compounding in ways you can't imagine.

    National Center for Fathering

  • Fathers Forever

    4 September, 2026

    A powerful Men’s Summit, a heartfelt Father’s Day reflection, and one father’s remarkable story remind us why being present matters for generations.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Don't Be Surprised, Dad: Thinking 10-15 Years Ahead

    3 September, 2026

    The patterns fathers establish today can shape their families for decades. Thinking ahead with small, intentional choices now can build stronger relationships, lasting faith and a legacy worth passing on.

    National Center for Fathering

  • gender war

    2 September, 2026

    The gender war is not merely an online spectacle. Its consequences are reshaping families, schools and workplaces, leaving both men and women struggling.

    Lisa Britton

  • Making Every Moment Count

    1 September, 2026

    A Father’s Day message for divorced dads. When fathers have limited time with their children, every moment matters. One dad’s story shows how love, presence and intentional connection can last a lifetime.

    Don Mathis

  • Happy Father's Day

    31 August, 2026

    Fathers shape families in countless ways, offering strength, guidance, protection and love while building a legacy that can bless generations to come.

    Lisa Britton

  • Aussie Dadding

    28 August, 2026

    Aussie Dadding’s website and socials are a treasure trove of resources and great content for dads and their kids. I absolutely love what they’re doing.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • What Your Kids Feel When Dad's in the Room

    27 August, 2026

    Every home has an emotional climate kids can feel but rarely name. Here's what shapes it, why it matters more than we realise, and how to build one that lets children thrive.

    National Center for Fathering

  • Male Suicides Increasing Under DCJ Intervention

    25 August, 2026

    Fathers pushed to the margins by DCJ's child protection system face a hidden mental health crisis. This piece exposes how paternal exclusion fuels preventable suicide — and demands urgent reform.

    Patrick O'Connor

  • 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

  • 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

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