Forget burnt bacon: fresh ideas for a Father’s Day feast

Looking for Father's Day food ideas? Try a relaxed brunch, shared lunch or special dinner to make Sunday 6 September a memorable family celebration....

03 September, 2026

Donna Hay recipe: Chicken With Burnt Lemons And Haloumi

Chicken With Burnt Lemons And Haloumi is perfect as a one-pan quick evening family meal and Donna has provided a video to help you make this a family favourite!...

27 August, 2026

Recipe: Mongolian noodles from under $5.00 per serve!

A quick, family-friendly noodle dinner made with mince, vegetables and a sweet-savoury sauce. Using cheaper vegetables and a little less meat helps keep the cost down without making the meal feel skimpy....

13 August, 2026

Do you know when to rescue food and when to chuck it out?

Got some brown bananas on the counter, or soggy salad in the fridge? If so, you’re not alone. Research shows on average, Australian households waste about 30% of the food we buy – or 2.5 million tonnes each year....

11 August, 2026

Why the half-time orange still deserves a place in junior sport.

Half-time oranges are disappearing from junior sport, but dietitians say they remain an affordable, hydrating and child-friendly snack....

05 August, 2026

Donna Hay: Baked pumpkin and bacon rissotto

Here's a great one pan dinner from Donna for a family mid-week meal. Switch in sweet potato if the cost is better. Serves 4–6. The ingredients cost approximately $3-4.50 per person....

23 July, 2026

Easy ways to pack a low-waste school lunchbox

Packing a school lunch without disposable wrappers does not have to involve expensive containers or a complete kitchen overhaul. A few reusable basics can cut down waste, save money over time and make lunchbox packing easier....

23 July, 2026

Budget friendly: Salmon Crunch Pie

This Salmon Crunch Pie is a hearty, budget-friendly family meal that turns canned salmon, eggs and a simple cheesy crust into something far more special than the sum of its parts. It is filling, tasty and works well warm for dinner or cold the next...

16 July, 2026

Would you buy imperfect bread to help cut your grocery bill?

A new food rescue idea is bringing “wonky” artisan bread to family tables — and it could help reduce waste as well as the weekly shop....

16 July, 2026

Is milk good or bad for kids?

 And how much dairy do they actually need? asks Nick Fuller If you follow child nutrition content on social media, you’re bound to be confused when it comes to giving your kids milk. Some influencers claim you should avoid milk at all costs, for fear it...

16 July, 2026