National agenda for early childhood
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPThe Federal Government’s commitment to children and their early development has been confirmed with the first step being taken towards a National Agenda for Early…
The Hon Larry Anthony MP
National Youth Roundtable 2002
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPThe 50 members of the fourth National Youth Roundtable have been a direct and valuable link between young Australians and the Government Minister for Children…
Good report card from ANAO for Child Support Agency
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPThe Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) report tabled in Parliament today acknowledges efforts by the Child Support Agency to improve business operations and client service…
Youth Roundtable to resume this week
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPMinister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony, today said he was looking forward to meeting again with 2002 National Youth Roundtable members when they…
Invest in children to value the future
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPMinister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony, called on the community to ‘value the future’ by investing in the early years of a child’s…
New Peak Body on Child Care
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPMinister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony, today officially announced the formation of the Child Care Reference Group to facilitate consultation between Government and…
Twelve young Aussies chosen for a trip of a lifetime
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPMinister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony, today announced the twelve young Australians selected to participate in the 15th Ship for World Youth Program.…
Celebrating Coffs harbour Dads
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPFederal Children’s Minister Larry Anthony was in Coffs Harbour today to launch a series of ten posters by UnitingCare Burnside promoting the role of fatherhood…
2002 Youth Media Awards
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPThe best examples of journalism promoting young people were recognised last night by Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony, at an awards ceremony…
Think Before You Drink
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPMinister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony, today welcomed the Salvation Army’s Alcohol Awareness Survey highlighting the problems of binge drinking. “Young people should…
Child protection is everyone’s responsibility
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPThe Child and Family Welfare Association of Australia’s policy paper, Time to Invest, makes a valuable contribution in highlighting the complex issues around child abuse…
National Child Protection Week
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPMinister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony today joined with the National Association for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (NAPCAN) to officially…
New publications to help separated parents
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPTitle: Article Date: 30/08/2002 Page Content 1: Separation is a tough time for parents but they need to ensure that their children’s interests are put…
No cuts to family payments
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPMinister for Children and Youth Affairs Larry Anthony today said the debate he had initiated about early childhood intervention should be about what can be…
No compromise on child care quality
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPMinister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony will meet today with Australia’s child care quality watchdog, the National Childcare Accreditation Council, to discuss the…
Child Care Benefit made easy
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPA new brochure to help families with their child care options was launched today at SDN Children’s Services, Woolloomooloo by the Minister for Children and…
Father’s Day takes a dive
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPFor some dads, spending quality time with their children might be as scary as swimming with sharks Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony…
Take dad for a ride this Father’s Day
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPDads can accompany their children for free on the rides at Luna Park this Father’s Day Minister for Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry…
Every Child is Important
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPWhat sort of society are we that tolerates more than 115,000 reported cases of child abuse in Australia last year Minister for Children and Youth…
Melbourne Youth get Reconnected
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPMinister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony, today officially launched the Melbourne Gateway Reconnect Program for the benefit of young people at risk of…
Simple Service Solutions for Young Australians
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPA new Coalition Government initiative to better link youth services was launched today, on International Youth Day, by Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry…
Fathers go free this Father’s Day
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPDads will receive free or discounted entry to participating zoos and wildlife parks when they take their children on Father’s Day, Minister for Children and…
Work and family debate – where is the child?
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPMinister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony, today expressed his concern that what is best for the child is rarely mentioned when discussing work…
Record number of Youth Media Award Entries
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPThe National Youth Media Awards 2002 has received a record 1,159 nominations Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony, said today. “The awards recognise…
Applications open for Young Australian of the Year Awards
Media Release by The Hon Larry Anthony MPMinister for Children and Youth Affairs, Larry Anthony today announced applications are open for the 2003 Young Australian of the Year Award and was pleased…