Looking for a fun (and free) school holiday activity? A nationwide bike “treasure hunt” is back this Easter — and families could win brand-new bikes just by solving clues and getting outdoors. The Pedal Heist returns this Easter with free bikes hidden across Australia. Here’s...
Planning a cinema trip these Easter school holidays? From a blockbuster Mario adventure to magical classics and animated newcomers, here’s what families can watch in April 2026 — plus what parents should know before booking tickets. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026) Rated: PG Runs: 98 mins Released: April 1 Mario...
Australians buy billions of drink containers every year, but not all packaging is recycled equally. Understanding what happens after a can or bottle goes in the recycling bin can help families make small choices that reduce waste. Billions of drink containers every year Australians buy enormous numbers...
Annoyance gradually becomes enjoyment, as Fiona Adams finds herself at home from work for the day with her sick child. “Don’t tell me you can’t go to school. You have to go to school,” I told my six-year-old daughter as she stared at me with her...
School breaks make up more than an hour of the school day. Should they be considered part of learning? Asks researcher Brendon Hyndman Most public debate about schooling focuses on what happens inside the classroom – on lessons, tests and academic results. But students also spend significant...
New global research shows Australian children were spending more than two hours a day on TikTok before the under-16 social media ban. But that’s only part of the story — gaming platforms, messaging apps and AI tools are quickly filling the gap. TikTok dominated children’s screen...
I’m a drowning prevention researcher, writes Amy Peden, and my kid’s school swimming carnival shocked me. It is swimming carnival season in Australia. This typically means children from about Year 2 and up are asked to swim a distance of 50 metres or one length of...
Chelsea Mobbs reports that physio at 3 months old – or even earlier – can really help babies with cerebral palsy Physiotherapy isn’t just for adults recovering from injuries. Physiotherapists can help babies and children, too – including babies with, or at high risk of, cerebral...
Pool parties, icy poles, brightly coloured swimmers and backyard barbecues — for many Australian families, summer and water go hand in hand. But while water play is a cherished part of childhood, it also brings very real risks. Drowning remains one of the leading causes of...
When children with disability can learn and participate alongside their peers, everyone benefits, writes Nicole Rinehart Programs such as AllPlay Dance show what’s possible. Developed through research at Monash University and Deakin University, and co-funded by philanthropy, AllPlay Dance creates inclusive school and community dance opportunities...
