Should schools ban students from doing cartwheels?

Apart from being fun, it’s important for children to challenge themselves to develop physically, mentally and emotionally....

10 November, 2026

WIN: Three Aussie mums turning everyday parenting problems into clever ideas

These three businesses have something in common: they began with a mum recognising a problem and deciding to do something about it. And sometimes, a solution created for one family turns out to be useful for many others....

05 November, 2026

5 fun ways to teach kids about money before high school

From pretend shops to saving for something special, Gemma Beames shares five simple ways to help primary school children learn about money – without lectures, spreadsheets or expensive apps....

22 October, 2026

Monthly Book Spotlight: ‘Your Next Read Gold’ – the next step for young readers

Ready for the next step after beginner books? The Your Next Read Gold series offers funny, engaging chapter books for emerging readers aged 7–9....

29 September, 2026

How many packs of Pokémon cards do you have to buy to catch ’em all?

Probably hundreds, and most will be quite boring. Nathan Garland looks at the real mathematics of  trying to collect the 30th Anniversary card set....

24 September, 2026

Movies to see these Spring school holidays

Looking for family movies these Spring school holidays? See what’s in Australian cinemas, including PAW Patrol, Shaun the Sheep, Stitch Head and more....

17 September, 2026

School Holiday Survival Guide

School holidays are a welcome change of pace — and a good chance to spend time together, try something new and break up the usual routine....

17 September, 2026

Spring school holidays in the ACT 2026: What’s on and things to do with kids

Looking for things to do with the kids these Spring school holidays? Canberra is at its colourful best, with Floriade, kites, LEGO worlds, free library programs, outdoor play and plenty of rainy-day options....

16 September, 2026

Spring school holidays in Queensland 2026: What’s on and things to do with kids

Looking for things to do with the kids these Spring school holidays? Queensland has plenty on, from the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers and Brisbane Festival to outdoor art, wildlife encounters, free nature activities and rainy-day fun. Queensland state school holidays run from Saturday 19 September to Monday...

16 September, 2026

Spring school holidays in Victoria 2026: What’s on and things to do with kids

Looking for things to do with the kids these Spring school holidays? From tulips and cherry blossoms to the Melbourne Royal Show, outdoor adventures and rainy-day favourites, here are some of the best family activities across Victoria....

16 September, 2026