Foraging with kids: why wild food is best left untasted

Foraging can be fun for families, but wild mushrooms and plants may be poisonous or contaminated. Here is what parents need to know....

01 August, 2026

E-scooter injuries soar among children as experts warn they are not toys

E-scooter injuries among children have risen sharply, prompting experts to warn parents about speed, falls, head injuries and privately owned devices....

30 July, 2026

The best new Australian nature books for children in 2026.

From koalas and crocodiles to rivers, coastlines and curious wombat poo, the Wilderness Society’s 2026 children’s book shortlist offers families plenty of inspiring ways to explore nature, Country and culture through reading....

30 July, 2026

Four great dishes to cook with kids these winter school holidays

A great way to pass the time is to involve the kids in cooking. It’s a fun, low-pressure hobby, and you’re likely to have more time for it during the school holiday period....

12 July, 2026

10 hot family board and tabletop games for holidays and cool weekends

Board games have had a glam-up in recent years, with many of the newest family favourites designed to be quick to learn, beautifully made and genuinely fun for both kids and adults....

08 July, 2026

Toy Story 5 pits traditional toys vs a tablet.

Toy Story 5 is the latest instalment of the film franchise addresses a dilemma many parents face: what happens to playtime when children become obsessed with screens?...

02 July, 2026

When a Child’s Accident Changes the Way You See Everything

When her five-year-old daughter falls from a rocky ledge and escapes with only minor injuries, Kerri Sackville is left shaken by how close her family came to tragedy — and by the uneasy question of why some children are lucky and others are not....

02 July, 2026

Family & Kids Movies – Winter School Holidays — July 2026

4 big family films are hitting cinemas this winter: Toy Story 5, Minions & Monsters, live-action Moana and Supergirl. We've covered age recommendations and content warnings for each, so you know what to expect before booking. ...

24 June, 2026

How 10-cent bottle refunds are helping sick kids — one container at a time

Most families know the 10-cent bottle and can refund as a handy way to clear out the recycling bin or give kids some pocket-money motivation. But a timely reminder about a new campaign, shows those small refunds can also become a powerful way to support...

18 June, 2026

Why play matters — even when screens are involved

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...

11 June, 2026