Dads featured in the film include neurosurgeon Professor Brian Owler, ex-Australian Rugby representative, Titans NRL captain Mat Rogers and broadcaster Ian Rogerson.
Richard Peake, who is also in the film and whose youngest son Liam was diagnosed with autism early on, said he was hopeful that initiatives like DAD documentary will create a broader more positive dialogue in society around autism.
“Being a dad to an autistic child doesn’t come with instructions,” he said.
“It can often be a lonely place. Not many, if any, of your mates or male family members can relate. There is no one to bounce ideas off.
“I hope the film shows dads like me that it doesn’t have to be quite so lonely, and actually talking about ‘it’ can only help you and your child.”
Autism Awareness Australia is Australia’s leading voice for autism with one simple goal: to improve the lives of all Australians on the spectrum and the families who love them.
