We need to move beyond consumerism primarily because of its effects on the environment, on families and on our happiness, argues Emma Rush What does your child want for Christmas: Video games, a mobile phone, or the latest fad in toys or fashion? Consumerism as a...
Two of her former students teach Martha Wegner a bit about what is important in life. I had dinner last night with some old friends. Actually, I was the old one, they were the friends. I am now old enough to have dinner with my former...
Decorating your Christmas tree? Try these crafts inspired by Aussie plants and animals, write Caitlyn Forster, Euan Ritchie and Laura Nicole Driessen While we’re busy preparing for Christmas, many Australian native plants and animals are also busy – growing, flowering and raising their young. What better...
Elizabeth Westrupp and Christiane Kehoe, have 5 tips to help them cope. For many children, Christmas and other festivities are a time of excitement and joy. But for those dealing with separation – whether their parents have split up or a loved one has died –...
Around this time of year, reports Melissa Starling, pet owners across the country are scrambling to finalise holiday care arrangements. Some lucky animals go to the home of a familiar family member, pet-sitter or friend. Others may have a pet sitter mind them in their own...
A new trial will test 3 options, reports Toby Murray, Associate Professor of Cybersecurity When federal parliament passed legislation last week which will ban under 16s from social media, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese celebrated. Posting on X, he said: “We’re doing everything we can to keep...
If you’re looking to get more out of your walks, here are five ways to supercharge them, writes Jack McNamara Physical activity doesn’t need to be complicated. Even just a brisk, ten-minute daily walk can deliver a host of health benefits – lowering the risk of...
Parents need to be like Big Ted and ‘talk aloud’ while they use screens with their kids, report Kate Highfield and Susan Edwards Screen use and internet safety are two of the top concerns Australian parents have about their kids’ health and wellbeing – even ranking...
Everyone deserves to enjoy the holiday festivities, parents and children included, write Stella Boyd-Ford and Clare Dix Food-focused celebrations like Christmas can be very stressful for parents with children who can’t eat just everything. Perhaps they are selective eaters or have allergies and intolerances. In addition to making...
Santa Claus is coming to town! Psychologist Professor Penny Van Bergen looks at how you can manage kids’ excitement in this last build-up to Christmas. School is out, and Santa is on his way, but there’s still a bit of a wait before he wriggles down...
