When caseworkers are burned out, unsupported, and politically pressured, families pay the price. Inside the systemic failures driving erratic practice at New South Wales's child protection agency.

Dads have an important role to play in helping to build emotional resilience and reinforcing positive mindsets. By celebrating our children’s achievements — whether big milestones or small daily wins — we help foster their self-confidence.

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.

Life is going to throw plenty of hard things at your family that you never asked for. Dad, your job is to be ready for those moments by choosing some challenges now, while you still can. Family strength doesn't happen by accident. It's a decision.

Much like the hip-hop group Arrested Development’s song "People Everyday" celebrated ordinary people, at Dads4Kids it’s everyday people who inspire us to help fathers be the best they can be for their children.

As fathers, we need to face the facts, recognise the dangers, and do our best to navigate the modern world as best we can. Not only for our own wellbeing, but also for our families to thrive.

Every year, millions of families lose their fathers, husbands, brothers, and sons too early. Men in Australia live an average of nearly five years less than women. But here's the good news — the vast majority of premature male deaths are preventable.

The current Family Law System is biased against fathers and routinely deprives children of their biological birthright to equal access with their mother and fathers. This legislation creates a new stolen generation of children who, in many cases, are taken away from their fathers.

International Men’s Day voices highlight the boy crisis, fatherlessness, and the value of positive masculinity—arguing that supporting men and boys strengthens families, benefits women, and secures a healthier future for society.

The Think on Good podcast hosts an encouraging conversation on the importance of being dad—sharing hope, real stories, and practical support for fathers seeking stronger bonds and healthier futures for their children.

If you are currently facing something heartbreaking, where the path forward seems obscured by tears and fatigue, you’re not alone. Many other dads understand and empathise. Also, even in the midst of the pain, there are good reasons to stand strong and persevere.

If the holiday season ushers in an assortment of emotions for most people, that’s even more true for single dads this time of year. Joy, laughter, and anticipation may be at the forefront. What about dread, anxiety, or doubt? “Yes” to all of the above, and then some.

An American mother went viral after admitting 10 years of “gentle parenting” backfired, leaving her kids anxious and withdrawn—prompting her shift to structured, high-warmth authoritative parenting.

Each week, or more often if you like, make a record of one positive in your marriage or family life. It might be a lovely family celebration, a romantic evening, a spiritual encounter or a memorable nature moment together. It’s a bit like creating a gratitude time capsule.

When Ty found out he was going to be a dad, it was not in the way he had imagined. The news of an unplanned pregnancy hit like a tidal wave. Equal parts love, fear, and uncertainty. 

In opening our homes to those of the next generation, we not only provide a safe place for them to meet; we also model the beauty of family and elements that form a good one, including faith, hard work, sacrifice, and love.

Men’s health in Australia is in dire straits. On average, men in Australia die 5 years younger than women. Sadly, every day, 50 Australian men (under 75 years of age) and boys die from preventable causes.

Through consistent love and the support of other wise men, single dads can walk in confidence and leave an impact that lasts generations. Here are five essential principles—three “do’s” and two “don’ts”—that can help single fathers navigate this important calling.

A report in The Atlantic found that, among female demographics, married mothers enjoy the highest levels of happiness, connection, and purpose — a finding that challenges the modern myth that marriage and motherhood are a burden for women.

Recently published data on marriage and divorce in Australia have caught media attention: according to the Australian Institute of Family Studies, the crude divorce rate has dropped to 2.3 per 1,000 residents (2023).