Knowing your children’s friends is more than protection — it’s a vital part of fatherhood, helping dads guide, encourage and strengthen their children through relationships.

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.

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.

Why do some marriages unravel within a decade? Research suggests that what eventually breaks two married people apart often takes root in the first five years.

As I look back on 75 years of life, I reflect on what has influenced me; what has shaped my life.

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.

A candid look at why so many men lack close friendships, and practical advice for building the real connections that make better fathers, partners, and men.

As a single dad, your situation may not be ideal, but your kids can still thrive and succeed.

The recent trend of men having fewer friends is very concerning. But the solution for any man is usually simple, but not always easy. Forming friendships does take work, but it's worth the investment.

When I called for men to talk about their mental health, I wasn’t sure what the response would be. But the comments from readers show that many men do want to speak about their emotions, although they feel they are not being heard.

Not only is love a multipliable resource — it is a multiplying force. Such is the beautiful arithmetic of parenthood. Expanding your family expands your heart.

Late last year, Joshua Stylman, a husband, father, entrepreneur and investor from the US state of New York, penned a thought-provoking piece for the Brownstone Institute: "From Marcus Aurelius to Omar Little: A Man’s Code is Vital".

Jason Smith and his wife Paulina, in their Purposeful Parenting scheme, have designed various rites of passage for their teen children centering on fun, responsibility and service as they mature into adulthood. Read on to glean some ideas about how to shape your teen's destiny with such memorable moments.

A friend of mine challenged me with statistics about the importance of reaching out to your neighbours and building family and community in your own neighbourhood. He gave me three good reasons why hosting a Christmas Street Party for your neighbours is a really good idea.

From my own experience growing up in a fractured family, good relationships with both family and friends are critical for health, wellbeing and success.

Loving needs to be unconditional. That’s what we’re all called to do as husbands and fathers. When a family member has a need, we take action. Even if it’s inconvenient! Love is more about commitment than feelings. But thankfully, the loving feelings will often follow the loving actions.

How do you maintain your motivation and commitment as a dad? According to our own research on fatherhood, high commitment is the number-one sign or predictor of an effective father. But there’s a problem… our commitment level erodes over time.

Wayne Alcorn has recently released a new book, "My Father's Son". International speaker and leadership consultant Sam Chand said, “'My Father’s Son' will make you laugh and cry at the same time, inspire and challenge you simultaneously.” I agree with Sam. It really is fantastic!

Single fathers face a unique set of challenges and concerns that can significantly impact their lives and their ability to raise their children effectively.

My role in their lives wasn’t exactly the same, but I realised that I was just as valuable — if not more so — than I was before. My worth had nothing to do with the ‘single’ and everything to do with the ‘dad’.