The Raine Study

The Raine Study is a landmark longitudinal study, now 36 years strong, and has followed participants who have returned year after year since 1989-1991. Based in Western Australia, it is now uniquely advancing into a 3rd generation of research - a rare and globally significant achievement. Thanks to the support of the Stan Perron Charitable Foundation and Telethon7 Perth we can continue these Generation 3 recruitment and assessments - work that has been underway since February 2024.

As Scientific Director Phillip Melton explains, "Ultimately, this research is about understanding how health develops, how it changes over time, and the factors that shape it. By providing this knowledge, your study helps inform targeted and timely approaches that support better health across the lifespan."

We give thanks to our Generation 2 families and the wider Raine Study community for helping make truly multigenerational research possible. 💝

Two years ago, we began welcoming our Generation 3 families into the follow‑up, and since then, this cohort has grown into something truly remarkable.

In that time, more than 600 Gen3 children have taken part. From tiny newborns to teens, every visit has added something valuable to our understanding of health across generations. Some families have brought one child, others two or three, and a few have arrived with a whole team of siblings! All contributing to research that will shape the future of health in Western Australia and beyond.

To every Gen3 child, and to every parent who has made the time, packed the bags, organised the car seats, and shown up with patience and enthusiasm, thank you. Your involvement is helping us create knowledge that will support healthier futures for generations to come.

We’re also incredibly grateful to Telethon7 for their continued support and funding, which makes this work possible.

36 years ago, The Raine Study began its journey to understand how early life events shape health across the lifespan. Today, thanks to the incredible work of Rebecca Glauert over the past five years, we're recruiting our third generation of participants. Rebecca's leadership as Scientific Director has been pivotal in this journey. We're excited to see her share her insights at this Telethon7 fundraising breakfast. Register now.

🎤 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗰𝗮 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗲𝗿𝘁
We’re excited to welcome Professor Rebecca Glauert to the Telethon Fundraising Breakfast by the Bay: Child Health Begins Before Childbirth.

🤰 A leader in linking data to real-world policy and practice, Professor Glauert has championed better outcomes for vulnerable children through her work as Scientific Director of The Raine Study, and founder and Project Chair of the Australian Child and Youth Wellbeing Atlas.

🌟 Join us to hear from Professor Glauert and fellow experts as we explore how early life experiences (even before birth) shape lifelong health, and discover how researchers are shaping healthier futures.

➡️ Register here: https://ow.ly/Tcir50XkLej
📅 Wednesday 3 December 2025 at 7:00 am

🎫 Tickets subsidised for UWA Post Grads, Young Alumni and Graduate Management Association of UWA members.

💝 Plus, by joining us you’ll be helping to support Telethon, The University Club of Western Australia’s 20th Anniversary charity partner!

The University of Western Australia

The Raine Study is one of the world’s most valuable longitudinal cohort studies — a research-enabling platform that’s been delivering groundbreaking discoveries in health and wellbeing for over 35 years.
Whether you’re a researcher, participant, government representative, policymaker, community advocate or beneficiary of cohort study research outcomes, this is your opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue and spark new partnerships through networking.
🗓️ Friday 7 November 2025
📍 University Club of Western Australia
🕣 8:30am–3:30pm (with networking drinks to follow 🍷)
Register here https://bit.ly/48B6TSz

We’re thrilled to invite you to the Raine Study 2025 Symposium, happening on Friday, 7 November!

It’s going to be a fantastic day where we celebrate the incredible impact of the Raine Study.

Join us for inspiring stories, exciting updates, and a chance to connect with the Raine Study community. We’d love to see you there! Register now > bit.ly/2025RaineSymposium

Check out our special feature in The West Australian.

We're incredibly grateful to Telethon7 Perth for their generous support, which has made our Generation 3 study possible.

This article celebrates our 500th Gen3 participant and their wonderful family - a true reflection of the collaboration that drives the Raine Study forward.

Make sure to have a read and join us in celebrating this milestone!

Esme joins generational ultrasound study boosted by Telethon At just 17 months old, Esme has already reached an impressive milestone after becoming the 500th third-generation participant in the world-renowned Raine Study, made possible by Telethon funding.

The Raine Study had an incredible year in 2024!

Read our Annual Activity Report in full, here: bit.ly/3K03amX

Calling all dads with daughters aged 12–25, this event is for you!

Consumer and Community Involvement Program is hosting a Community Conversation event, which aims to help researchers better understand how dads support their daughters through different stages of life.

The insights gathered will contribute to the co-design of a training program for fathers, developed in a format chosen by research participants themselves. The goal is to create a more supportive environment for adolescent girls and reduce the everyday challenges they face due to menstruation.

Experience required of attendees:
To be the father of a daughter aged 12-25.
📅 Wednesday, 27 August 2025
⏰ 5.30pm to 7.30pm
📌 University of Western Australia - Nedlands WA

A $70 honorarium (gift card) is provided to attendees and light refreshments will be available. Find out more & submit your EOI to attend 👉

Dads, let’s talk periods: supportive fatherhood for improving adolescent menstrual experiences (Community Conversation) | CCI Program « All Events Dads, let’s talk periods: supportive fatherhood for improving adolescent menstrual experiences (Community Conversation) Ref: UWA20762 Date: 27 August 2025, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pmLocation: University of Western Australia - Nedlands WA Our participatory programme of research engages communi...