Government Resources
At Higher Swing, we love to connect with and support parents, families, and our valued partners. We believe that building strong, confident, and resilient young people starts with providing the right tools and trusted guidance. To help you on this journey, we’ve gathered a list of official Australian government resources focused on parenting, teen well-being, child safety, and emotional resilience. These resources are designed to empower you with expert advice, practical tips, and essential support — so you and your children can thrive together.
🧒👨👩👧👦 Parenting and Child Well-being Resources
1. Raising Children Network
Government-funded website offering comprehensive advice for parents of babies, children, teens, and parents-to-be.
Topics: parenting tips, emotional well-being, building resilience, teen development.
2. eSafety Commissioner
Australia’s official platform for online safety, with resources for children, young people, parents, and educators.
Topics: online bullying, managing screen time, digital literacy, safety guides for parents.
3. Headspace
National Youth Mental Health Foundation providing support for young people aged 12–25 years and their families.
Topics: mental health, building confidence, handling peer pressure, resilience building.
4. Office of the Children's Guardian (NSW)
Offers resources to help organisations and parents ensure children's safety.
Topics: child safe standards, working with children checks, keeping kids safe in organisations.
5. Kids Helpline
24/7 support service for children and young people aged 5 to 25, as well as for parents needing advice.
Topics: mental health support, building confidence, advice on friendships, family relationships.
🌱 Well-being, Confidence, and Safety for Teens
6. Beyond Blue – Youth
Focuses on youth mental health and building resilience. Offers tailored support for young people and their families.
Topics: managing anxiety, depression, confidence, dealing with stress.
7. ReachOut Australia
Youth mental health and well-being service with self-help content, peer support, and referral pathways.
Topics: self-esteem, friendships, body image, coping with change.
8. Youth.gov.au
Australian Government portal with information for young Australians, including mental health, volunteering, and leadership.
Topics: leadership development, mental health, career planning.
🛡️ Family Safety and Protective Behaviours
9. National Office for Child Safety
Part of the Australian Government’s commitment to ensuring the safety of children.
Topics: child protection policies, keeping children safe, responding to child abuse.
10. Parentline (varies by state)
Confidential counselling and support service for parents and carers.
Example for Queensland:
Topics: parenting challenges, emotional support, managing family conflicts.
