Bruce M Smyth looks at what’s changing – and what’s been missed Many parts of the federal government’s budget have been hotly debated in recent weeks. But budgets are dense documents. There are always important measures that receive very little attention. One of these is planned changes...
On International Day of Play (June 11), early childhood experts say it may be time to rethink how families talk about technology, learning and screen time. For many parents, screens and play can feel like opposites. One is often seen as active, imaginative and social; the...
An educational adjustment helps students participate on the same basis as their peers without a disability. Why are we seeing this growth? Asks Linda J. Graham and Callula Killingly New data shows 27.2% of Australian students are receiving an adjustment for disability at school. This is...
‘I’m mad at the people who could have solved the problem’ Eco-anxiety is a rational response to a real threat, report Hannah Kirk and Sashka Samarawickrama. However, for some, it impacts functioning (such as sleep and cognition) and can cause significant distress This is our home....
Feeling guilty after a tough parenting moment? You’re not alone, writes Lisa Taylor. Her expert guide explains why those reactions happen—and how small shifts, not perfection, can help you build stronger, more connected relationships with your child. There's a moment I see in so many parents...
Building the muscle of imagination and creativity in young people is more important than ever before, writes Sarah Austin Young children are spending less and less time outdoors. Most Australian preschool children don’t play outside every day. This is despite research that suggests time spent in...
Not every celebration needs a birthday cake or a big guest list. From school wins to first jobs—and even lost teeth—everyday milestones can become meaningful family moments if you choose to mark them. Why small celebrations matter In busy family life, it’s easy to save celebrations for...
A viral parenting trend says 21 minutes a day can help parents reconnect with their children. The idea is simple, but experts say the real value is presence — not a perfect formula....
Teaching maths in school isn’t easy — especially when one classroom can include children working at very different levels. A new $2.5 million investment aims to give teachers clearer, more practical tools to help every student keep up. Helping teachers teach maths — step by step La...
Music is a wonderful addition to your baby’s life from the earliest days, writes Emily Dollman. If your baby lights up at children’s songs but you’re quietly losing patience with the same tinkly tunes on repeat, you’re not alone. The good news? Babies don’t need “baby...
