Kids on social media more than two hours a day at higher risk of mental illness
Kids on social media more than two hours a day at higher risk of mental illness...
25 June, 2026
Family & Kids Movies – Winter School Holidays — July 2026
4 big family films are hitting cinemas this winter: Toy Story 5, Minions & Monsters, live-action Moana and Supergirl. We've covered age recommendations and content warnings for each, so you know what to expect before booking. ...
24 June, 2026
Should we ‘stream’ school students based on ability?
New research suggests yes – but we need to be cautious write Olivia Johnston, Becky Taylor and David Pomeroy Educators have long debated whether students should be “streamed” – or organised into different classes based on their academic performance. Is it better for students to be learning with...
22 June, 2026
Dads Don’t Have To Carry It All: Why Small Conversations Matter
During Men’s Health Week (15-21 June), parenting experts were encouraging dads, granddads and father figures to talk more openly about stress and family life — for their own wellbeing and their children’s too. A simple way dads can support their wellbeing Many parents and carers are feeling...
21 June, 2026
Chatbot teddies for three‑year‑olds?
AI toys like ChattyBear are sold to young kids as a smart, screen-free alternative to normal play — but they're not as harmless as they seem. Their friendly, human-like chat can build false trust in children, and researchers have raised concerns about inappropriate content, data...
18 June, 2026
Three ways to avoid being fooled by AI slop
Many AI-generated videos can trick you and create a very compelling narrative. Silvia Montaña-Niño and T.J. Thomson take you through the steps to check for the fakes. Global society makes billions of images and uploads hundreds of thousands of hours of video on the internet every...
18 June, 2026
More Than a Haircut: Why Hairdressers Often Become Trusted Listeners
A trip to the salon can be about much more than a trim, colour or manicure. Hair and beauty salons are described as spaces of self-care. But when people share more with their hairdresser than their therapist, who is really doing the care work? Asks...
18 June, 2026
Why Aussie kids need more local shows on their screens
Australian children are growing up with more screen choices than ever before, but new research warns they may be seeing fewer stories that reflect their own lives, communities and culture. A new RMIT University report, Australian Children’s Television at the Crossroads, says Australia’s children’s television sector is...
18 June, 2026
Chatbot teddies for three‑year‑olds?
ChattyBear, a soft, brown-furred teddy bear, begins every conversation with a jubilant, “Hello, my buddy!” Tama Leaver, Katrin Langton and Suzanne Srdarov look at why AI toys are risky for kids No longer the province of the imagination, ChattyBear is part of a new generation of...
18 June, 2026
How 10-cent bottle refunds are helping sick kids — one container at a time
Most families know the 10-cent bottle and can refund as a handy way to clear out the recycling bin or give kids some pocket-money motivation. But a timely reminder about a new campaign, shows those small refunds can also become a powerful way to support...
18 June, 2026