Grandparenting in Australia: a history (1945-2025). The project aims to develop the first history of grandparenting in Australia. Longer lives, and major demographic, social and cultural changes, have

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Grandparenting in Australia: a history (1945-2025). The project aims to develop the first history of grandparenting in Australia. Longer lives, and major demographic, social and cultural changes, have increased the importance of grandparenting for the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities. The research expects to address a major gap in the study of grandparenting - its evolution over time, in relation to profound changes in society, including life expectancy, gender rights, and multiculturalism. Expected outcomes include a new historical understanding of grandparenting, and guidelines for the collection of family histories. The project should provide significant benefits by helping scholars and policy makers shape grandparents' key contribution to Australia's future.. Scheme: Discovery Projects. Field: 4303 - Historical Studies. Lead: A/Prof Francesco Ricatti