Three more AI-powered services that create sexually explicit fake images have withdrawn access for Australians following action by eSafety, as concern grows about the use of these tools by children and teens....
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...
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...
Worried about feeding your baby solid foods? Here’s what you should know, report Lillian Krikheli and Samantha Turner When you have a baby, mealtimes can be messy and stressful. If you’re a new parent you may be unsure what, when, and how to feed your little one....
From childcare and paid parental leave to child support, health costs and tax relief, the 2026–27 Federal Budget includes several measures that may affect parents, carers and children. Here’s what families need to know. The 2026–27 Federal Budget has put family cost-of-living pressure firmly in the...
Homework Without the Hassle: You don’t need a Pinterest-perfect study nook or a spare room to help kids stay organised with homework. A few practical systems — even in busy family homes — can make schoolwork feel far less stressful for everyone. Homework can quickly become...
An old-school family dinner that still earns its place on the table Tuna pasta bake may not be fancy, but that’s part of its charm. It’s warm, filling, kid-friendly and made mostly from pantry and freezer staples. For families watching the grocery budget, it’s also a...
All it takes is paint and pancakes, report Goutam Roy and Shukla Sikder Parents of young children will be aware of the need to encourage early reading and maths skills in their kids. They know it’s important to make time to read with their children. Or...
When you finally receive a neurodevelopmental diagnosis that reflects your strengths and the challenges you face, writes Tamara May, it can be life-changing. But for people with both autism and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) – known colloquially as AuDHD – getting the right diagnosis can be...
Bluey certainly thinks so, writes Sarah Lawson. Most of us are used to thinking of “religion” in terms of a belief in God or gods. Perhaps the big hitters of world belief systems come to mind – Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism or, in Australia,...
