For many of us, pets are more than just animals. They are family. So, when a beloved pet dies, the grief can feel overwhelming, writes Erin Smith For some, like me, it does more than break your heart. The death of a pet can reopen old...
New research by Callula Killingly and her colleagues shows that it’s never too late to help students learn to read – even in high school. There's a lot parents can do. Jonathan Cooper/ Unsplash Learning to read is a complex process. It requires children to master and...
We often blame mobile phones for distracted driving. But for parents, the biggest risks may come from inside the car — a baby crying, siblings arguing, or even an engaging audiobook. Researchers Johra Kayeser Fatima, Jeroen van Boxtel, Ram Subramanian and Somayeh Bahmannia have found...
Yes, men have a biological clock too. If you’re looking to conceive, age is a consideration but not the only factor, writes Theresa Larkin When we talk about a biological clock ticking, it usually means the pressure women feel to fall pregnant before a certain age....
Teacher retention remains a significant concern in Australia, with stress, burnout, and job dissatisfaction being major contributors to educators leaving the profession, writes Hugh Gundlach Numerous studies and media reports highlighting declining job satisfaction and deteriorating wellbeing among teachers make attracting new applicants challenging as well. Declining...
The words we all use matter, explains Matthew Harrison, Jessica Riordan, Sarah Timperley and Jess Rowlings. When it comes to neurodiversity – they shape how communities understand difference, who is believed and who feels safe to ask for support. For people with Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD),...
If school lunch programs are going to work in Australia, families’ support will be crucial, report researchers Brittany Johnson, Alexandra Manson and Rebecca Golley Most Australian children bring their lunch to school through a “lunchbox system”. But there is a growing push for schools to provide students...
As parents prepare for another school year, there’s one subject that often gets overlooked says Angel Zhong, money. Financial literacy isn’t just about numbers. It’s about building skills that will shape your child’s future decisions, from buying their first car to planning for retirement. The good news?...
No diagnoses and no gap fees for physios and speechies. What else do we know about Thriving Kids? Asks Helen Dickinson and Molly Saunders. Thriving Kids is back in the spotlight, after the states and territories agreed last week to match the federal government’s A$2 billion...
Some schools now offer breakfast to students before the school day begins — while many others do not. In recent years, a growing number of Australian schools have introduced breakfast clubs or morning meal programs, often supported by community groups and charities. The trend reflects...
