A useful next place to look.
Independent Australian resources for information beyond the scope of ParentCentral.
Pregnancy, Birth and Baby
Due date information and an external calculator.
Visit resource ↗Raising Children Network
Information about raising bilingual children.
Visit resource ↗Language and family life
Further reading about multilingual families.
Visit resource ↗External resources are provided for reference. ParentCentral is not affiliated with these organisations.
More possibilities for your everyday.
School holidays & family plans
Choose your state, check official school dates, then organise your own holiday activities. Dates vary by school; confirm pupil-free days directly.
Explore →Little adventures, Australian days
Find simple ideas for ages 3–8, with indoor options for rainy or very hot days. Adapt each activity to your child and supervise play.
Explore →A week of lunchboxes
Build your own school-week plan and shopping list. Match foods to your child’s needs and your school’s allergy policy. This planner does not assess nutrition or allergies.
Explore →Your child-care shortlist
Keep tour notes and quoted fees together. Compare current vacancies, fees and quality ratings through the Australian Government’s StartingBlocks directory.
Explore →Australian family support
Find the official starting point for child care, family payments, parental leave and everyday parenting information. Links reviewed 24 October 2026.
Explore →More connected. More personal.
Plan your week, follow your chapter and keep the moments that matter.