In the world of modern science, Casper and his mom, Daisy, are a pretty big deal. Fourteen-month-old Casper has Achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism. But thanks to a scientific breakthrough, Casper may outgrow his condition. Achondroplasia is the most common type of dwarfism and affects...
Don’t forget to take regular breaks and breathe, writes Paul Ginns Around Australia, Year 12 students are heading into the final stretch of study before exams start in early term 4. This is typically seen as a very intense period of preparation. But, as our research...
Missing or hard-to-find food product information can have immediate and long-term health and safety consequences. In the age of COVID and lockdowns, online grocery shopping has become a lifeline for families across Australia. It's incredibly convenient to order everything you need with just a few clicks,...
Martyn Kirk, Emily Fearnley and Kathryn Glass provide a timely reminder for everyone! Warmer temperatures and eating outside go hand-in-hand, but picnics can sometimes lead to nasty surprises. Food poisoning is unsurprisingly more common in summer months. Every Australian experiences food poisoning about once every five years....
Each year, Australian households discard about 2.5 million tonnes of food, write Trang Nguyen and Patrick O'Connor. Most (73%) of this food waste ends up in landfill. This is costly and contributes to escalating greenhouse gas emissions because food waste rotting in landfill produces methane. So...
And what do you do with the leftover lollies? ask Clare Dix and Stella Boyd-Ford Halloween is a very exciting time for children and let’s face it, for many adults, too. The costumes, decorations and of course the treats all contribute to the thrill of this spooky...
Shift work and long hours on the job have been found to significantly increase the risk of preterm birth. For parents-to-be, this information from to a recent study led by MonashUniversity, is crucial as it sheds light on the potential impact of their work situations...
Coles’ customers and team members raise more than $2.5 million to support medical research, health and wellbeing for children. Coles team members with Hummingbird House staff L-R: Ellen Whittaker, Filippa Byrne, Lucy Hirst, Nick Bannan and Kelly Oldham Funds raised in this year’s local fundraising drive will...
Celebrate the Sydney Opera House's 50th Anniversary! Watch Yuldea, performed by Bangarra Dance Theatre, a company of professional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander contemporary dancers, drawing on 65,000 years of culture. In celebration of Sydney Opera House’s 50th anniversary, Yuldea is one of 50 iconic performances available...
The Alannah & Madeline Foundation, in collaboration with Monash University, has launched the Trauma-Informed Practice: A Guide for Early Childhood Organizations (TIO Practice Guide). This guide helps early childhood organisations integrate trauma-informed approaches into their operations. This invaluable resource, developed with the support of Gowrie Victoria and...
