Young Australians increasingly get news from social media, but many don’t understand algorithms, write researchers Tanya Notley, Michael Dezuanni and Sora Parr. Adults might assume young people are not engaged in current affairs. But our survey reveals most Australian children and teenagers have a significant interest in...
Researcher Liam Burke looks at why Australian parents want locally made TV for their kids Australian kids today have greater access to screen entertainment than any generation before. Across smartphones, tablets, laptops and the old-school TV set, streaming services mean there is an endless supply of...
Parenting teenagers is more challenging than ever. A new book by Eileen Berry, called Teens 101 combines all her previous guides into a compendium covering all the bases about being a teen. Now, more than ever, parents are looking for support and guidance. Known for its...
One of the most typical Portuguese desserts, it's always present at celebrations from birthdays to weddings. It’s super easy to make. Just remember to stir the rice gently so you don't disturb the crust on the base of the pan, or you’ll end up with...
The Murdoch Children's Research Institute study in 2019 found that it’s very common to experience difficulties with infant sleep at some point in the first year, with about 60 per cent of mothers reporting mild or fluctuating problems. But for 20 per cent of mothers,...
In the world of modern science, Casper and his mom, Daisy, are a pretty big deal. Fourteen-month-old Casper has Achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism. But thanks to a scientific breakthrough, Casper may outgrow his condition. Achondroplasia is the most common type of dwarfism and affects...
Don’t forget to take regular breaks and breathe, writes Paul Ginns Around Australia, Year 12 students are heading into the final stretch of study before exams start in early term 4. This is typically seen as a very intense period of preparation. But, as our research...
Missing or hard-to-find food product information can have immediate and long-term health and safety consequences. In the age of COVID and lockdowns, online grocery shopping has become a lifeline for families across Australia. It's incredibly convenient to order everything you need with just a few clicks,...
Martyn Kirk, Emily Fearnley and Kathryn Glass provide a timely reminder for everyone! Warmer temperatures and eating outside go hand-in-hand, but picnics can sometimes lead to nasty surprises. Food poisoning is unsurprisingly more common in summer months. Every Australian experiences food poisoning about once every five years....
Each year, Australian households discard about 2.5 million tonnes of food, write Trang Nguyen and Patrick O'Connor. Most (73%) of this food waste ends up in landfill. This is costly and contributes to escalating greenhouse gas emissions because food waste rotting in landfill produces methane. So...
