When he happens upon a cemetery of children who died in the Irish famine of the 1840s, Professor Brendan Gleeson is prompted to reflect upon the poverty of our thinking in relation to the youth of today. Have We Designed Cities That Work Against Children? I’m an...
Want to stretch your family budget further? These easy, everyday money-saving tips can help reduce stress and build long-term financial confidence. Track What You Spend It’s hard to save money if you don’t know where it’s going. Start by tracking your spending for a couple of weeks....
Virginia Prior writes that helping your child learn another language does more than expand their vocabulary – it boosts brainpower, emotional well-being, and future career prospects. From improved memory to long-term cognitive benefits, here’s why raising a bilingual child is one of the best investments...
Australian kids BYO lunches to school. Researchers Liesel Spencer, Katherine Kent and Miriam Williams ask What would it take to introduce at-school meals? Australian parents will be familiar with this school morning routine: hastily making sandwiches or squeezing leftovers into containers, grabbing a snack from the...
Is this enough? Asks Erin Harper Childcare centres will lose their eligibility for fee subsidies if they don’t meet safety standards, according to a new bill introduced to parliament this week. Maskot/Getty Images As Education Minister Jason Clare told parliament: it will give us the power to cut...
A new ADA survey reveals many Aussie parents delay their child’s first dental visit, skip flossing, and still serve sugary drinks—despite knowing the risks. Most children’s first dental visits come too late Most parents take their young child for their first dental visit years later than recommended,...
With a government review underway, report Marilyn Campbell and Shannon O'Brien, we have to ask why children bully other kids. The federal government has launched a “rapid review” to examine what works in preventing bullying in schools. Led by mental health experts, the review will inform a...
Families can wait years for a diagnosis of a rare genetic disorder, but a new test can provide answers in days for a better understanding of the condition and potentially earlier treatment, report David Stroud, Dr Daniella Hock and David Thorburn In its standard definition, the word...
Forming a healthy emotional connection is key for a child’s development, sense of security and future wellbeing, writes Lily Trew From the earliest days, the emotional bonds or attachment that develop between a child and a parent are key. That attachment lays the foundations of how...
Discover practical energy-saving tips for families. From heating hacks to smart laundry habits, here’s how to reduce your power bills—especially during winter. Warm Smarter, Not Harder Winter heating can be one of the biggest energy drains for households. To stay warm without blowing your budget, set your...
