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Listening and learning from First Nations communities

Tuesday 5 May 2026

A consultation has revealed what matters most to First Nations families when it comes to early childhood developmental support.

Irene and her twin boys Dalton and Damon

Why waiting wasn’t an option for Irene and her twins

Wednesday 25 March 2026

We sat down with Irene to yarn about her story — the highs, the challenges, and the moments that shaped how she sees early support for families today.

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Kiri finds confidence through the Inklings Program

Monday 23 March 2026

After supporting her older children with developmental differences, Kiri found herself paying extra-close attention to her youngest’s milestones.

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Supporting Southwest families through local partnership

Tuesday 24 February 2026

Out Loud Developmental Services has been partnering with Inklings since September 2024

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Inklings welcomes new Aboriginal Community Engagement Officer

Tuesday 24 February 2026

Inklings is proud to announce the appointment of Jacinta Miller as its new Aboriginal Community Engagement Officer.

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Inklings strengthening regional connections in the Southwest

Friday 20 February 2026

The Inklings team has wrapped up a two-day regional roadshow to strengthen early communication support across the Southwest.

Shanyn and her son Fraser

You know your baby best

Monday 13 October 2025

Fraser Collyer-Petale was just 10 months old when his mum, Shanyn Collyer-Petale, noticed subtle differences in the way he communicated.

Danelle Gowrs and her baby

On the road to connection

Monday 13 October 2025

When Danelle Gouws noticed her daughter Lila wasn’t quite meeting her early communication milestones, she knew she wanted to act quickly.

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A statement from The Kids Research Institute Australia in support of Inklings

Wednesday 27 August 2025

The Kids Research Institute Australia is proud of the work we have done to develop Inklings – a program based on more than 10 years of research that is providing support to babies, caregivers and families.

Minister Rishworth, Minister Bourke and a family at the Inklings Launch

World-first Inklings Program launches in South Australia

Friday 4 April 2025

South Australian families with babies showing early differences will benefit as the Inklings Program officially launches in South Australia.

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World-first Inklings program launches in regional and remote WA

Monday 18 November 2024

A world-first program for babies is now available in regional and remote WA, with two new delivery partners joining the Inklings Program.

Laura Coates playing with her son Daniel

‘Don’t Wait’ is the Advice from Mum of Two After Taking Part in Inklings

Tuesday 15 October 2024

As her second child, Laura was confident raising son Daniel. Once she noticed he was developing a little differently, she began the Inklings program.

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Inklings Sensory Adventure - Children's Week 2024

Friday 13 September 2024

Join in on the fun this Children’s Week and embark on an Inklings Sensory Adventure! Brought to you by The Kids Research Institute Australia’s Inklings (formerly Telethon Kids Institute), Baby Sensory and Toddler Sense.

Inklings Family Patricia and Lara

Mother’s inkling about Lara

Tuesday 10 September 2024

Perth mother of two Patricia Macchiaverni first had an inkling that her daughter, Lara, was developing differently in her first few months of life.

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How can caregivers help bub to communicate their way?

Wednesday 28 August 2024

Communicate your way – it’s a theme that often comes up in our Inklings Program – this year, Speech Pathology Week is celebrating just that.

Minister Winton and Inklings Representatives at CliniKids Office

Babies in care prioritised through new Inklings referral pathway

Tuesday 6 August 2024

Foster and family carers can now access a new referral pathway for Inklings, which supports infants aged 6-18 months with delays in development.

First Nations Family with Telethon Kids Institute Staff

Consulting our Communities with Telethon Kids’ Institute – The Inklings First Nations’ Consultation Project

Tuesday 30 April 2024

Consulting our Communities with Telethon Kids’ Institute – The Inklings First Nations’ Consultation Project.

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NDIA backs The Kid's Program Inklings to support babies who are developing differently

Monday 19 February 2024

NDIA backs Telethon Kids Institute's Program Inklings to support babies who are developing differently.