Research Assistant in the PLAYCE (Play Spaces and Environments for Children’s Physical Activity, Health & Development)
Kiralee Paine
Research Assistant
kiralee.paine@thekids.org.au
Kiralee is a Research Assistant in the PLAYCE (Play Spaces and Environments for Children’s Physical Activity, Health & Development) team at the The Kids Research Institute, Australia, working under Professor Hayley Christian.
Her work focuses on how built environments influence child health and development, with a particular interest in children experiencing hardship. She contributes to research exploring how urban planning, green space, and neighbourhood design shape children’s opportunities for healthy development.
Kiralee is also undertaking a multidisciplinary Master’s degree in sociology and psychology. She has a strong interest in child-centered participatory research methods and qualitative research.
Mapping Youth Mental Healthcare Access
Helping young people with mental health challenges access the right support earlier in their journey by understanding how families make decisions over time.
September 2026