At a Turning Point

Work, care and family policies in Australia

Professor Marian Baird, Elizabeth Hill, Sydney Colussi

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Sydney University Press
01 February 2024

Sociology: work & labour; Australian Society

Series: Public and Social Policy Series

Australia is at a much-needed turning point in work, care and family policy. Australian women, families and communities are struggling to manage the complex demands of work and care.

Rapid social and demographic change, alongside new workplace, labour market trends and the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, requires a policy revamp that will allow all Australians to work, care and be cared for.

In seven chapters authored by leading scholars in the field, At a Turning Point: Work, care and family policies in Australia provides a comprehensive account of key policy areas that shape the experience of work and care across the life course. These include reproductive wellbeing, paid parental leave, early childhood education and care, flexible work, elder and disability care, and equitable systems of tax and transfer payments.

At a Turning Point argues that a new social contract that puts gender equality, economic security and the well-being of carers and those they care for at the centre of policy design is essential to national productivity and prosperity.

It is the foundation of a good society.

Edited by: Professor Marian Baird, Elizabeth Hill, Sydney Colussi
Imprint: Sydney University Press
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 148mm,
ISBN: 9781743328965
ISBN 10: 1743328966
Series: Public and Social Policy Series
Publication Date: 01 February 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for At a Turning Point: Work, care and family policies in Australia

“This is an excellent and much needed book on the subject of work, care and family policies in Australia.” – Russell D. Lansbury, Labour and Industry 2024, 1–3