Families

Families are at the heart of Australian life.

Our families shape us and define our values.

Families give us a sense of belonging and community.

They teach us how to care about one another and how to get on with one another.

Of course, all families are different. And we wouldn’t have it any other way.

They may have one parent or two parents. They may be carers, families with young children or families with young adults studying.

And because families come in all shapes and sizes it’s the Government’s job to be flexible and
responsive to their different needs.

While it’s clearly the role and responsibility of parents to nurture their children, communities
and government should always be there to support them.

If you have any question about the Government's support programs or assistance for families, ring Catherine's office on (03) 5338 8123.