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Bang for your festive buck

It’s one of the most beloved Christmas traditions: pulling a cracker with a loved one and seeing who ends up with the funny hat....

A safe festive feast for pets

Pets might make puppy-dog eyes when they want some of whatever food is on the table, but some our Christmas favourites are actually poisonous...

Festive self-care important for those with a disability and their carers

The holiday season is a wonderful time of the year to relax, spend time with friends and family, and look forward to the year...

Getting your child ready for prep

Starting school is a major milestone in a child’s life and a major transition. So how do you best prepare your child to start...

Kidsafe Victoria urges pool and spa owners to take action as summer approaches

With the warmer weather upon us, Kidsafe Victoria has called on pool and spa owners to check their barriers and prioritise pool safety, in...

It’s a wrap!

Christmas shopping is all wrapped up for another year, the tree is up, all that is left to do is wrap the presents. But wrapping...

Top 5 tips for shopping with kids

The holidays are a time of fun and relaxation, but often the weight of picking the perfect gift can invite unwarranted stress. Add to...

Managing festive stress

Christmas can be stressful enough at the best of times. While the festive season comes with expectations of fun family get-togethers, the reality can...

Have a bloomin’ beautiful Christmas

Floral arrangements are a perfect way to add some colour and festivity to your home this holiday period. Here is a list of blooms that...

Have a green, green Christmas

The festive season is a time for joy, but peak consumerism can have a harsh impact on our planet. Look outside the concrete box...

Tips for smooth Christmas food shopping

’Tis the season for gathering with loved ones around a table full of food, but the art of food-shopping during the silly season can...

Preparing kids to go back to school

Parents and guardians across Australia are gearing up for the back-to-school season. Whether it’s the first day of school or the start of a...

Top tips for helping your child learn to read

Helping your primary school child learn to read is an essential and rewarding journey that sets the foundation for their academic success and lifelong...

Let there be light at Christmas

Christmas lights … let’s think about the concept. Why is Australia so big on them? Most people, if you ask them, mention children when thinking about...

Lifeline prepares for influx over holidays

As Lifeline prepares for its busiest time of year, Australians are being encouraged to take time out to plan for how they will cope...

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It’s a wrap!

Christmas shopping is all wrapped up for another year, the tree is up, all that is left to do is wrap the presents. But wrapping...