Mothers & babies

The latest report is an online presentation of the 12 National Core Maternity Indicators currently reported from 2004 to 2016. The indicators provide the most recent data available and assist in the assessment, monitoring and evaluation of patient care.

The incidence of low birthweight among live born singleton babies. Available data: National - State & Territory - Primary Health Network.

Number of deaths and mortality rates for infants and children aged less than 5 years. Available data: National - State & Territory - Primary Health Network.

The proportion of females who gave birth, where an antenatal visit was reported in the first trimester, as a proportion of all females who gave birth, and by Indigenous status. Available data: National - State & Territory - Primary Health Network.