Children need support during Covid-19, find how you support them and yourself during this challenging time. 

The new Early Childhood Education and Care Relief Package with start from the Monday 6 April 2020 with weekly payments made directly to early childhood education and care services in lieu of the Child Care Subsidy and the Additional Child Care Subsidy. Payments will be made until 28 June 2020 and families will not be charged fees during this time. For more click the link.

A range of State Governments are supporting students to learn at home with access to digital devices including internet connections. Contact your Department of Education for your state or your local school to learn how to access these options.

Health direct offer an overview of current supports for children, school, childcare and school holiday closures. For details click the link to find out what is available for your child. 

How to talk to your children about coronavirus (COVID-19)

Eight tips to help comfort and protect children. Click for more details.

When coping with Covid-19 and when things feel out of control it’s important to have coping strategies ready. Kids Help Line is available anytime - call 1800 55 1800 or send an email or talk to on WebChat. Click for more information.

Find out about your family payments and child support if you’re affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).

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How collecting feathers and doing handstands can help your small children deal with coronavirus

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