Sydney: The NAB Work & Family Survey revealed modern Australian family life is evolving with men showing a stronger desire to spend more time looking after their children.
When dads were asked about spending more time with their children, on balance: 60 per cent said they would like to spend more time with them; 45 per cent would like to play a greater role in caring for them, rather than working full-time; and 25 per cent of couples report sharing equal primary caring responsibility.
NAB announced it is making its 12-week paid parental leave entitlement more accessible to new dads and other non-birth parents. Michaela Healey, NAB Group Executive, says while women still appear to be carrying a greater share of domestic responsibilities, the research challenges traditional gender stereotypes.
