Drug-induced mother given 12 years’ prison for strangling eight-year-old son to death
A “drug-induced and psychotic” mother who strangled her eight-year-old son to death after he was returned to her…
The ‘missed details’ that enabled childcare paedophile Ashley Paul Griffith to abuse dozens of children
When parents, children and staff raised concerns about childcare worker Ashley Paul Griffith, their complaints were often “dismissed…
Australia’s crumbling childcare safeguards put kids at risk. How can parents make sure they’re safe?
The reality of Australia’s childcare industry has the makings of every parent’s worst nightmare: a system designed to…
Violence Isn’t Symptom Of Mental Illness — OKU Community And Allies
We speak out as a community of persons with disabilities, family members, and allies of persons with disabilities,…
We All Share Responsibility For Youth Mental Health — Dr Sim Su Tein & Dr Sean Thum
When a 14-year-old takes the life of a 16-year-old, our communities rupture. In the aftermath, we search desperately…
State ward was groomed and exploited while in the residential care system
Usually in the 24/7 company of child safety workers, the Christmas party was Tayla’s chance to socialise with…
Australia’s childcare safety reforms are the ‘bare minimum’ parents should expect and reveal just how poor regulation has been
Parents may be horrified to learn the new national childcare reforms are the kind of basic safety measures…
Parents warned about hiring nannies and babysitters as families turn away from childcare centres
Child safety experts are warning parents to be vigilant when hiring babysitters and nannies, as families reject formal…
Paedophile banned, Working with Children Checks mandated for Perth Royal Show exhibitors
Perth Royal Show organisers say a convicted paedophile has been “banned for life” after the ABC revealed he…