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Supporting parents with the joys and challenges of raising children
The First Five Years website gives parents the advice, support and tools they need in raising children, to make the most of the first years of their child’s life. We provide free, trustworthy and independent videos and articles to help your family thrive through the early years of your child's development. Find brain development tips and tricks, seek parenting advice and discover articles by experts in children's early learning and development.

Family Support Services and Payments
Find information for parents about support services and child related payments and services to assist when you are having a baby and raising children.
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Vision, Purpose and Guiding Principles
First Five Years' vision is for Australia’s children to have the best possible start in life and its purpose is to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.
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Editorial Policy
Our team will work with parents, educators, professionals and academics with an in interest in parenting and early childhood to share their knowledge with the wider community. Our aim will be to reflect reasonable views in a relatable way.
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