Reach Questions

• What are the current numbers, proportion and characteristics of Aboriginal children affected by abuse and neglect? What have been the numbers, proportion and characteristics of Aboriginal children in care?

• What are the current numbers, proportion and characteristics of Aboriginal parents for alcohol and/or drug related problems in Coffs Harbour? What have been the numbers, proportion and characteristics of Aboriginal parents for poverty and housing related issues in Coffs Harbour since the release of the Bringing them home report?

• What programs and services are currently available for Aboriginal children in Coffs Harbour?

• What Local, State and National Strategies are currently in place or being looked at in dealing with the early intervention and prevention of child harm?

• What alternatives are currently available to Aboriginal children in Coffs Harbour?

• Are there any other programs and services that would be suitable alternatives to accommodate the specific needs of Aboriginal children in Coffs Harbour?

• What is the preferred model for Aboriginal people in Coffs Harbour? What intervention alternatives would it incorporate?

• What are the Best Practises used nationally to Respond Early Against Child Harm?