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Investing in kids’ potential should be nation’s goal
My generation was fortunate enough to live in Australia at a time of unprecedented growth and rising living standards. The middle class was granted almost total...
11 February, 2021
New survey reveals Australians expect child poverty to worsen as concerns persist around COVID’s impact on the education of young people in need
Over three quarters (76%) of Australians say COVID restrictions imposed during 2020 have made it harder for students.
14 January, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic – 9 months on: The Smith Family uncovers compounding challenges for families living in disadvantage
Children’s education charity, The Smith Family, is highlighting significant ongoing concerns around the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students and families...
19 November, 2020
Landmark study reveals entrenched inequality, with the education system failing to meet national goals
Australia’s education system is failing up to one in three children and young people, according to the first major study to assess progress against our current...
28 October, 2020
New Breaking Poverty podcast
Investigative journalist Adam Shand has taken a look at what is really happening in Australia and explores
how education is playing a important role in helping...
06 October, 2020
Media Releases
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December
Research finds kids learn life lessons about money from parents who save
Read our media releases: Research finds kids learn life lessons about money from parents who save
06 December, 2012
Little Aussie heroes need help this Christmas
Read our media releases: Little Aussie heroes need help this Christmas
05 December, 2012
November
Education Bill omits non profits as key partner in improving educational outcomes
Read our media releases: Education Bill omits non profits as key partner in improving educational outcomes
29 November, 2012
The Smith Family launches Toy & Book Appeal calling for gifts to help Aussie kids in need share the joy of Christmas
Read our media releases: The Smith Family launches Toy & Book Appeal calling for gifts to help Aussie kids in need share the joy of Christmas
19 November, 2012
October
The Governor General of Australia to meet students supported by The Smith Family
Read our media releases: The Governor General of Australia to meet students supported by The Smith Family
23 October, 2012
September
The Smith Family celebrates 90 years of changing lives
Read our media releases: The Smith Family celebrates 90 years of changing lives
12 September, 2012
Joint action urgently needed to lift Australia's educational performance
Read our media releases: Joint action urgently needed to lift Australia's educational performance
03 September, 2012
Media Enquiries
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