Important message for bully victims
By Melissa Meehan
You are not alone.
It’s a simple, but important message, from Kids Helpline - made even timelier following recent media interviews with Amy...
Immunisation Week a timely reminder
By Melissa Meehan
The tears can last a couple of minutes, but a simple jab can protect your kids for much, much longer.
World...
Parents hopping mad over allergy scene
By Melissa Meehan
Parents are hopping mad over a controversial scene in the Peter Rabbit movie that bullies a character who is allergic to blackberries.
The...
Lunch box guru reveals secrets
By Angie Hilton
Aaaarrrgghh school lunches!!! Sometimes I tear my hair out over them. I really do aim for the perfect blend of healthy food...
Free flu shots for kids on way
Young children in Victoria will soon be able to get free flu shots.
Kids aged between six months and five years can get the jab...
Major changes to pool safety rules
Every pool and spa in Victoria will be inspected as often as every three years under sweeping changes to help prevent child drownings.
Homeowners will...
Stay-at-home dad numbers rise slightly
By Melissa Grant
The number of stay-at-home dads in Australia remains small but is slowly rising.
An estimated 80,000 fathers in two-parent families stay at home,...
Angie’s Catch-Up – It’s now easy being Green
I fell in love with Julia before we even met. To be honest I didn’t even know who she was at the time, but...
Book dreams for bully battler
By Luke Voogt
After battling schoolyard bullies by writing a book, Wandana Heights' Brook Blaney is on a quest to win a publishing...
The wonder of mindful parenting
By Maxine Therese
Even with the best intentions, we may find ourselves parenting in ways that are not as conscious or mindful as...
Author mum’s Unicorn with a difference
Anglesea mum Ali Villani’s first children’s book carries a powerful message for young people who may be struggling with self-acceptance.
The businesswoman drew from her...
Designed with summer in mind
Be the coolest kid on the block with this season’s latest finds from local retailers Penny Scallan and Stuck On You. For more, head...
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A sustainable way to play
Geelong West Toy Library is rolling out new toys to hundreds of children thanks to a recent grant win.
Children Minister Lizzie Blandthorn announced $445,000...
