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Representing the Voices of Children and Young People

Stay up to date with CREATE’s latest announcements, statements, and responses to emerging issues in the care system. We speak up on topics that matter most to children and young people - from extending care to 21, to better transition supports, connection, and participation in decision-making.

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CREATE in the Media

CREATE is regularly called on by journalists, researchers, and decision-makers for comment on issues affecting children and young people in care.

Our media commentary draws directly on what young people tell us through our consultations, surveys, and programs.

We’re proud to share some of the stories and coverage where CREATE and our Young Consultants have helped shape the conversation nationally.

  • 25 January 2026 – Former state care kid calls for fundamental change to fix 'broken' residential care system, ABC News
  • 3 December 2025 – The worries of young Australians, SBS
  • 29 September 2025 – Moving into adulthood: Expo supports youth leaving care, We are SA
  • 12 September 2025 – Child Protection Week ends, commitment endures, Mirage News
  • 11 September 2025 – Shocking truth about Qld kids in state care revealed in Inquiry submission, The Courier Mail
  • 23 July 2025 - Commission of Inquiry into Child Safety System begins in Queensland, ABC News
  • 16 July 2025 - 'Scary' child safety system in spotlight ahead of Queensland inquiry, ABC News
  • 4 April 2025 - No children forced to sleep in unaccredited emergency care in NSW for first time in 20 years, ABC News
  • 24 March 2025 - Teenagers in residential care say turning 18 can be a confusing and scary time, ABC News

Contact CREATE to Speak to Our Experts

We welcome media enquiries from journalists and producers seeking:

 

  • Comment on issues affecting children and young people with a care experience
  • Opportunities to interview CREATE spokespeople or Young Consultants (where appropriate and with consent)
Media Contact

Taylor Toovey
Communications and Media Specialist
0478 814 752
[email protected]

Please Note:

CREATE prioritises the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in all media engagements. 

Media wishing to feature young people with a care experience will be supported through CREATE’s media protocols and consent process.

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