25 Jan Are you and your partner thinking of separating?
Here’s how to protect the kids’ mental health, writes Rachael Sharman There’s an annual underground phenomena happening right now around Australia: couples who have decided to separate, but are putting on a happy face to perform their final Christmas as an intact family. January is...
19 Jan why do people continue to swim at unpatrolled beaches despite the warnings?
After a spate of drownings over summer, research has revealed the reasons why people continue to swim at unpatrolled beaches, despite the warnings. With approximately one in five of NSW’s 721 beaches having lifeguards and surf lifesavers, chances are that thousands of holidaymakers will be...
19 Jan Middle class mum
Amity Lawrence searches for meaning over money. Growing up middle class in Australia during the 1970s and ‘80s was reassuringly predictable. Fathers worked a five-day week and were home in time for dinner. Mothers were the stay-at-home kind, or took a part-time job with school...
19 Jan Feeling flat now you’re #BackToWork?
A post-holiday slump is normal, reports Libby (Elizabeth) Sander, but these clues signal it’s time for a new job If you’ve found yourself feeling a bit flat after returning to work (or outright hating your job) this year, you’re not alone. #BackToWork is trending for...
12 Jan Book Reviews: The latest picture books for littlies
Little kids love hearing books read to them, it helps them learn their language. All these new books have a wonderful message to share. Meanwhile Back on Earth written and illustrated by Oliver Jeffers, pub. HarperCollins, H/b RRP $27.99. Ages 5+ Following on from...
12 Jan Miss B’s top tips for a smooth transition back to school
No sooner than the Christmas tree is boxed away and the holiday suitcases are unpacked, it’s time to get the kids ready for the new school year. Making the most of the long break is the key to a smooth start, says primary school teacher,...
12 Jan The right school can be closer than you think!
The ‘right’ school for your child is probably right around the corner, writes Rosemary O’Brien. I’m at the gym, in the change rooms, after my weekly circuit-training session. Sam is there too – she does the same Thursday-evening session. She has a question for me....
01 Dec Recipe: Annie’s ice cream pudding
Annie’s ice cream pudding Prep time: 15 minutes plus four hours freezing Cook time: nil Serves: 6-8 Ingredients 4 cups (1 litre] good quality vanilla ice cream 1 cup (125g) frozen raspberries 1 Cup (140g) Vienna (toffee) almonds roughly chopped 1 cup (80g) roughly chopped...