How do Child Wellbeing Units work together across agencies?
Child Wellbeing Units (CWUs) work closely with CWUs in other agencies, operating as a network across the major government reporting agencies. CWUs use a common IT database, WellNet, to share key information that identifies whether another agency is currently working with the child or family, or previously had concerns. Community Services as well as CWU agencies will also know whether a child is known to either system. This facilitates information exchange and interagency cooperation. Legislative changes also include a requirement for agencies to work cooperatively in relation to the decision making, assessment, investigation and service provision for children and young people.
