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We understand the importance of providing nutritious meals and snacks to support their growth and development. In this guide, you will find valuable information and practical tips to help your child maintain good health.

Welcome to our food support section, where we're committed to helping you access affordable and nutritious food. If you're finding it hard to cover your food costs, we've got a variety of options that can help. From local food banks providing essential supplies, to social supermarkets offering discounted groceries, there's support available. We also have information on free school meals to ensure children get a healthy lunch on school days, and details about the Healthy Start program for qualifying families to buy basic foods.

Food fussiness is when young children are selective or hesitant about what or how they eat. Some children may refuse certain foods, have a limited range of food preferences, or even refuse to eat altogether.

Could your child be struggling with their mental health? It is important to recognise the symptoms and triggers of mental health struggles, as without doing this we are unlikely to be able to support our children, and potentially could make things more challenging without realising.

Research tells us that promoting emotional wellbeing and resilience in your children gives them the best opportunity for a great start in life and means that when they are faced with difficult life events, they are more able to cope. As a parent, you can play a vital role in promoting emotional wellbeing and developing resilience for your child.