35 Fabulous Halloween Ideas

Keen to celebrate Halloween this year? Get creative and crafty with these fun ideas. From classic ghosts to quirky fruit inspired outfits and tasty treats....

20 October, 2022

Past And Presents

Treasured objects link the generations of a family, explains Kristen Hains. For my last birthday, I received a baby rattle. This rattle came delicately wrapped, with a note from my grandma: “This was given to your grandfather when he was born in 1922”. I’ve always thought...

29 September, 2022

Why Aussies are shopping online earlier than they did last year for Christmas season

1 in 2 Aussies say they will spend less this Christmas, while 2 in 3 will shop earlier  Christmas may not be so 'merry' for some, as new research reveals that more than half of Aussies concede that they cannot afford to spend the same amount...

29 September, 2022

Healthier Chocolate Crackles

A delicious twist on a childhood favourite that will win over parents and children.

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21 July, 2022

Minimal Lessons: the experience of growing up with less

Evengia van Berkel is on a cultural learning curve as she enters the world of children’s birthday parties in Australia. As parents, we’re on a steep learning curve from day one, even more so when raising children in a different country or culture from our own....

23 June, 2022

Aussies drawn to egg-cessive packaging at Easter

Sustainability expert and Research Fellow at Monash Sustainable Development Institute,  Jenni Downes, reveals why we are drawn to the biggest pack on the shelf and the importance of making changes to product packaging. “On special occasions like Easter, many Australians continue to be attracted to bigger...

07 April, 2022

Planning a Christmas get-together? 8 tips to avoid a super-spreader event

Not many more sleeps until Christmas, and all those long lunches and get-togethers with family and friends, writes Thea van de Mortel. If you’re hosting a gathering and want to avoid a super-spreader event, it’s worth having a discussion with your guests to set some...

15 December, 2021

Present Predicaments – The Juggle

Over the years, Jayne Kearney’s resolve has been swamped by a wave of mass merchandising. Toys are an iconic part of childhood. They have been immortalised in much-loved children’s literature such as Raggedy Ann and Andy, Enid Blyton’s Noddy (and his adventures in Toyland), and even...

30 November, 2021

DIY Pirate Treasure Map Favour Bag

Ahoy Maties! Thinking of doing a pirate theme for a kids’ party? These easy to make favour bags will also keep the kids’ entertained. ...

17 November, 2021

How to identify understand and teach gifted children

John Munro, Australian Catholic University, writes about giftedness. This is a longer read with links to videos. Enjoy! The beginning of the 2022 school year will be a time of planning and crystal-gazing. Teachers will plan their instructional agenda in a general way. Students will think about...

10 November, 2021