Raising Children Network: the Australian parenting website
 
  • Parenting Hotlines

    These state-based hotlines offer free parenting advice 24 hours a day.

    NSW: 1300 130 052
    ACT: (02) 6787 3833
    VIC: 132 289
    QLD: 1300 301 300
    SA: 1300 364 100
    WA: 1800 654 432
    TAS: 1300 808 178
    NT: 1300 301 300

  • Contact us

    Contact Us

    We'd love to get your feedback on the Raising Children Network website, however, we can't offer parenting advice via email so if you need assistance, please call the parenting hotline in your state.
Click the map to find support services in QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS, SA, WA and NT
For Indigenous family and children's services, see the SNAICC Services Directory.
Child Care to School

Child Care to School 

Get the facts on one of your biggest sources of support: your kid's child care centre and school.
 
Links & Resources

Links & Resources 

Discover some of the other great parenting resources on the web including support groups and online services.
 
Working with Parents

Working with Parents 

Resources for childcare workers and health professionals who engage with parents.

 
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You can now find our articles on Money & Finances and Parenting & the Law in our Grown-ups section.

 
Raising Children's discussion forums

Raising Children forums 

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