Parenting in the country
Read to learn more about support networks and healthcare services parents can access in rural areas, and tips on keeping kids safe.
Rural and remote living
There are many benefits to parenting in the country and remote areas but your child may have reduced access to education, doctors and other health amenities. There are many facilities you have access to such as eHealth support, rural health services and other support services provided by the government and local community groups as well as financial assistance.
Health services for rural families
In rural, regional or remote Australia, it can be hard to find health services like pregnancy care. Learn about your options and how to access them.
Financial support for rural families
Financial support is available if you live in regional, rural or remote areas of Australia. Find out if you're eligible and how to access assistance.
Maternity services in rural Australia
If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy and live in a rural or remote part of Australia, you will want to find out how to get the care and support you need during your pregnancy and labour.
Maternity services in rural NSW
Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote NSW and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.
Maternity services in remote Northern Territory
Find out what maternity services are available in remote Northern Territory and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.
Maternity services in rural Queensland
Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote Queensland and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.
Maternity services in rural South Australia
Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote South Australia and how to get care and support during your pregnancy and labour.
Maternity services in rural Tasmania
Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote Tasmania and how to get care and support during your pregnancy and labour.
Maternity services in rural Victoria
Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote Victoria and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.
Maternity services in rural Western Australia
Find out about maternity services in regional and remote Western Australia. Learn about how to get care during your pregnancy and labour in rural WA.
