Supporting them to work together could help, report researchers Andrew Kingsford-Smith, Hoa Nguyen, Rebecca J Collie and Tony Loughland Australia is in the grips of a teacher shortage “crisis” according to Education Minister Jason Clare. Federal education department modelling shows there will be a high school teacher...
Research by Associate Professor Collie into factors supporting teacher wellbeing is not only shaping policies but also offering practical strategies for schools to enhance teacher wellbeing based on evidence. Understanding the challenges teachers face, such as time pressure and disruptive student behavior, is crucial. However, fostering...
Victoria Baker shares her top 10 TikTok accounts with tips for your first year of parenting. Navigating New Parenthood: Top 10 TikTok Guides Venturing into the first year of parenting? I've got you covered with my top 10 TikTok accounts for new parents. From paediatric care tips...
Promotional techniques on junk food packaging are a problem for children’s health – Australia could do better, report Gary Sacks and Alexandra Jones Too many Australian children are eating diets high in added sugars, saturated fats, salt, energy and ultra-processed foods. And often, they’re not getting...
Is it OK if my child eats lots of fruit but no vegetables? Yasmine Probst, Olivia Wills and Shoroog Allogmann look at the research. Does it seem like most vegetables you serve your children end up left on the plate or, worse, strewn across the floor?...
Some children get periods at 8, write researchers Olivia Bellas and Jessica Shipman, years before menstruation is taught at school Managing menstruation in public can be challenging at the best of times, but imagine being eight years old and having to deal with your period at...
At this information session, suitable for parents and carers across Australia, we will introduce you to pleasurable food education and how it can benefit your child and their peers. Sign up for a free information session, where common questions about how to start a Kitchen Garden...
The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) has released its much-anticipated Position Statement on Paid Parental Leave. The Australian Breastfeeding Association says it's crucial to consider how Paid Parental Leave (PPL) can support you and your newborn, especially when it comes to breastfeeding. The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA)...
In part two of their report Marg Rogers and Margaret Sims explore the cognitive similarities, share tips on building positive relationships, and provide ways to address the mental health and wellbeing of toddlers and teenagers. Educators and parents often complain about toddlers and teenagers. In the...
Fertility investigations can make the path to parenthood smoother for those struggling to fall pregnant, but knowing where to start can be daunting, reports Dr Tamara Hunter Dr Tamara Hunter explains what you need to do if you want to have a baby in 2024. Of...
