Visually striking science experiments at school can be fun, inspiring and safe – banning is not the answer, writes Nathan Kilah and Peter Rutledge To a young mind, science can be magical. Perhaps you remember a visually striking or seemingly inexplicable scientific demonstration from your own...
Here are 7 signs you’re on the right track, writes Bomikazi Zeka With the cost of living and interest rates rising, a growing number of Australians are struggling to manage their finances. Many are experiencing genuine financial stress. But even in the best of times, managing your...
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Why is there no meaningful regulation of it? Catherine Jane Archer and Kate Delmo explore the phenomenon of “kidfluencers” and its impacts. Parents share content of their children for myriad reasons, including to connect with friends and family, and to seek validation or support. However, some parents...
It seems we all have a bit to learn about how to protect ourselves and the ones we love, writes Harry Tucker. Here are some ideas about what you can do. Just as you would lock your front door when leaving your home or ensure your...
Some good and bad news + 4 tips for about eating chocolate from Saman Khalesi Australians were predicted to spend around A$1.7 billion on chocolates, hot cross buns and other special foods over an average Easter season. Chocolate has a long history of production and consumption....
For many kids, the period between childhood and early adolescence can be difficult, report researchers Associate Professor Vanessa Cropley, Dr Maria Di Biase and Rebecca Cooper This transitional period is commonly known as ‘pre-adolescence’ and can be a vulnerable time for the development of mental health...
The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) urges parents during the recent World Immunisation Week to ensure their children's vaccines are up to date. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, it's vital not to overlook your child's routine vaccinations. The global immunisation setback witnessed during the pandemic is very concerning,...
There was no sleep in Mercedez Hinchcliff’s house until, finally, an answer to her baby’s pain was discovered. “Is there any food your son is allergic to?” I am routinely asked any time I sign up my toddler for a new activity. This seems like a...
Teachers should only be the first part of the solution, report Brian Moore and Sarah Redshaw. They are not trained as mental health practitioners. Schools are an obvious place to do mental health work with young people. This is important, as about one in seven young...
