Feature Story

• Foster Care - Making a difference

  Feature Story 13-May-2013 by Sandra Smith

  

  When children and young people are unable to live safely with their own families, they need to be placed in out-of-home care. Foster and kinship carers play a vital role on a short- or long-term basis.…
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• Screen Time: Too much?

  Feature Story 04-Mar-2013 by Luke Goldston

  

  Screens are hard to avoid these days. Whether they are television screens, computers, smart phones or tablets it seems that we are never more than arm’s length from something we can turn on..…
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• Adoption Journey

  Feature Story 01-Jan-2013 by Sandra Smith

  

  Adoption provides permanent care for children who are unable to live with their birth families, so there is a trail of paperwork and a list of criteria to be met. …
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• Christmas Guide

  Feature Story 12-Dec-2012 by

  

  Download a copy of our comprehensive Christmas Event Guide! From Christmas lights, Santa locations and carols to Christmas craft and free activities, we have it covered!…
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• Challenging Weight Issues

  Feature Story 05-Nov-2012 by Justine Urbahn APD

  

  For some parents it is obvious their child is overweight when they look at them. With so many overweight people around us though, it is difficult for some families to tell if their child really has a weight problem. …
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• Navigating the Social Media Maze

  Feature Story 04-Sep-2012 by Jackie Goldston

  

  We have all seen the hysterical media headlines and felt the tiny (or rather large depending on the age of your child) ball of panic start to tighten as we realise that our children are growing up in a completely different digital landscape to that of our childhood.…
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• It's never too early to talk S-E-X with your child

  P Files 03-May-2012 by Holly Brennan

  

  Most parents and carers recognise communicating about sexuality is just another one of the essentials for helping their children to grow up healthy, safe and informed. Yes, it can be hard to get information and a challenge knowing where to start, but just like teaching your children about other things it can be fun, have a positive impact and it is guaranteed to give you some ‘entertaining’ stories to share with other parents.…
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• It's All About You Mum!

  Feature Story 09-Mar-2012 by By Jackie Goldston

  

  Every day should be mother’s day, but unfortunately it’s not. Have a look at these fab finds & great ideas on how to show mum she’s as amazing as we all know she is.…
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• Food Relief fills empty pantries

  Feature Story 02-Mar-2012 by Maxine Arthur

  

  Charities rely on food banks to help them feed Australians whose budgets are stretched to the limit in tough economic times.…
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• The Power of Perseverance

  Feature Story 20-Jan-2012 by Luke Goldston

  

  Ask any successful person and they’ll tell you how much of what they’ve achieved came down to simply sticking to their task in spite of the obstacles. Whether it be in pursuit of academic success or sporting glory, most parents would agree perseverance is one of the more important qualities for kids to have; but how to acquire it is not so clear cut. How do we teach our kids not to give up? Is it even something which can be learnt or are some people just born with it? And, if it can be taught, how do we do so?…
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• The Pitfalls of Perfectionism

  Feature Story 22-Nov-2011 by By Maxine Arthur

  

  Striving to be the best you can be is a very different thing to believing your self-worth depends solely upon your achievements.…
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• The raunch effect

  Feature Story 04-Sep-2011 by Belinda Hopper

  

  Activists and experts are lobbying against the sexualisation of childhood. We discuss what it is, the consequences for our kids, and share expert advice for parents.…
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• Winter in the Water

  Feature Story 04-Jul-2011 by Laurie Lawrence

  

  I’ve been in the swimming game a long time and my best achievement is no doubt, Kids Alive Do The Five; an initiative aiming to eliminate drowning deaths in children under five.…
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• Untangling shared care

  Feature Story 04-Jul-2011 by Sandra Smith

  

  Cradling a fragile, red-faced newborn is a life-changing moment for new parents starting out on the journey of parenthood. …
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• Striking a balance: How do we keep kids safe without being overprotective?

  Feature Story 01-May-2011 by Shannon Breen

  

  Think back to your own childhood. Remember the freedom of tearing off on your bike in search of adventure?…
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• Kids behind the wheel

  Feature Story 01-Mar-2011 by Michelle MacFarlane

  

  We've all seen the news reports: another young driver killed or badly injured in a car crash, often with friends involved.…
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• Crafty Mums - Turning a Hobby Into a Home-Based Business

  Feature Story 01-Jan-2011 by Maxine Arthur

  

  Have you noticed that handmade goods are suddenly trendy, innovative, upmarket, and accessible everywhere?…
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• Family Favourites

  Feature Story 01-Nov-2010 by Maxine Arthur

  

  If you like to see the sparks fly occasionally, ask the parents around the table (though not in front of the children) who is their favourite child. It’s an uncomfortable topic for some.…
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• When work overshadows the rest of life

  Feature Story 01-Sep-2010 by Fran Maguire

  

  You’re finding you or your partner spending more and more time at work at the expense of family time. What’s the answer? …
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• Crime and punishment

  Feature Story 01-Jul-2010 by Justine Stewart

  

  Ever watch those TV courtroom dramas, you know, the ones where the brilliant young attorney manages to get the murderer to break down in front of the jury and confess everything? In real life, law courts aren’t always so exciting, at least on the surface. …
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