Childcare could cost just $10 a day: See if you will be eligible
Relief is on the way for Aussie parents with changes planned to childcare fees and paid parental leave. See how they affect you.
Early Education
Childcare rebate: the unexpected downside
Childcare inquiries in Australia have reached ‘record-breaking’ levels since the government’s new rebate, but there is a worrying downside.
Hands-on’: How kids are learning about bush tucker
From bush tucker to thriving desert vegetable gardens, the Woolworths Junior Landcare grants are boosting kids’ environmental learning in some unexpected ways.
Gogglebox stars’ advice to help kids write better
From Gogglebox to grammar: Kerry and Izzy Silbery reveal how family chats can supercharge and help Aussie kids.
Massive demand: Best and worst suburbs for childcare on Coast
Childcare spaces are incredibly limited in some parts of the Gold Coast, while others are much better served. See where you have the best chance of finding a space.
Super mum: ‘Doctors stare blankly – we have blown them away’
A Gold Coast family living with development roadblocks is leaving doctors agape with their own self-started support service – and here’s how you can help too. Read about their fundraiser.
More than 200 childcare centres in QLD not meeting the grade
A staggering number of childcare centres have been slapped with a low rating following an independent audit of facilities in Queensland. See how your centre rates. FULL LIST
‘Second worst in world’: Lack of paid leave puts kids at risk
Aussie doctors want paid parental leave for mums to be extended, saying it’s “critical” for development. Here’s how kids are being affected.
Hembrow shares drug-free birth with millions
Australia’s top influencer has shared an intimate video of her first drug-free natural birth, saying it was the ‘hardest yet most rewarding thing she’s ever done’. WARNING: Graphic.
‘It’s just so sad’: Daycare forced to shut
Dozens of families will be on the hunt for new childcare options as a busy Goodstart daycare centre prepares to close its doors.
MEGA FLASHBACK GALLERY: 450+ adorable My First Year snaps
My First Year 2022 is finally here! See all the photos from this year, and take a look at back at the bright young faces from 2021-2018.
Gold Coast’s toddler with the biggest smile
In our final category for the cutest toddlers of 2022 we’re looking for the ones with the biggest smiles. Has your tot got the best grin on the Coast?
Meet the two Gold Coast toddlers with the brightest eyes
The dad of one of the Gold Coast’s ‘brightest eyed’ toddlers said keeping him occupied and out of trouble is key to parenting. Meet our winners.
Vote now for the Gold Coast’s sweetest toddler
Whether they make your heart melt with their eyes or their one-of-a-kind personality, these are the Gold Coast’s most adorable toddlers. But who’s the sweetest? VOTE HERE
‘Sassy’ 18-month old most stylish toddler revealed
A Gold Coast mum says her ‘sassy’ 18-month girl who has a love for fashion even tries to dress her some days.
REVEALED: The Gold Coast’s cutest bub runner-up
The votes have been tallied, now meet the Gold Coast’s cutest baby and the adorable runner-up. Find out why she’s the apple of her mother’s eye.
MEGA GALLERY: Gold Coast’s cutest baby January, February 2022
There were certainly some adorable little bubs born in the past few months. But which one of these little cuties is the Gold Coast’s cutest?
Sad Covid side effect hitting Aussie kids
Young Aussie kids are losing basic skills. But experts say it’s not too late to help them get back on track.
RANKED: Best childcare centres on Gold Coast
Gold Coast childcare centres have been pitted against each other in a comprehensive new app. SEE HOW YOUR CHILDCARE CENTRE FARED.
What Covid wave means for real estate
Leading real estate agents have revealed how they are adapting their businesses as a wave of Covid cases sweeps through the Gold Coast.
First look at incredible ‘Greenheart’
A mammoth green belt through the Gold Coast, which will include playgrounds and sporting facilities, will run 270ha and be finished just in time for the 2032 Olympics.
VIDEO: Inside Coast’s giant $10m AFL-themed childcare
A giant state-of-the-art $10m AFL-theme childcare centre will be built by the Gold Coast Suns in one of the largest projects of its kind in the city’s history. SEE THE VIDEO
‘Gut punch’: Coast educator’s surprise investment
One of the city’s largest educators has made a surprise pivot by building its headquarters at an iconic Coast location. FIND OUT WHERE.
FINAL HOURS: Vote for Gold Coast’s best childcare educator
Our poll to decide the best childcare educator on the Gold Coast closes at 9am on Friday. DON’T MISS OUT – VOTE NOW
Childcare review: New way for kids to learn
This is the new plan to shake up Australia’s childcare curriculum so toddlers are trained early before they enter their hi-tech future.
Good, bad and ugly: Every Gold Coast childcare centre rated
It’s a mixed bag when it comes to the ratings for Gold Coast childcare centres, with some hitting the mark and others well wide of it. SEARCH FOR YOUR CENTRE’S RATING
Why Coast childcare centre stands above pack
The numbers were mixed for the Gold Coas but those at the top of the national rating system want to push beyond what’s required. HOW DOES YOUR CENTRE RATE?
‘Selfless’: Praise for school students who rescued toddlers
Praise has been heaped on two school students who were seen rescuing toddlers walking towards a busy Gold Coast road after escaping a child care centre. SEE DASHCAM VIDEO OF WHAT HAPPENED
Horror moment my son stumbled upon suicide video
Gold Coast parents were warned yesterday about a suicide video circulating on TikTok. For Bulletin columnist Ann Wason Moore’s son, the warning came too late.
Shock photo shows danger facing Gold Coast schoolkids
There are fears a fatality will occur on a busy Gold Coast hinterland road where young children are being forced to navigate blind bends just to get to class.
Council responds to playground ‘death trap’ claims
Council has responded to fears a new Gold Coast playground is a disaster waiting to happen. SEE THE PROBLEM FOR YOURSELF AND TELL US WHAT YOU THINK
Meet the Gold Coast’s cutest baby
Gold Coast, meet Halle Vella, who has been crowned the city’s cutest baby. Subscribe to see the top 10, as voted by you.
‘He can hardly see but he’s the happiest baby’
The first Bulletin Cutest Baby nominee might not see you but he will make you smile all day long. Subscribe to find out how you can enter the competition and win a photography session.
Why quality of childcare depends on where you live
A damning report by Australia’s childcare watchdog reveals the quality of care and education children get depends very much on where they live. Search most and least advantaged areas in your state.
Childcare crisis to hit class of 2021
The end of free childcare has prompted experts to raise concerns about preschoolers who have had their early education interrupted and in some cases may have to pull out of care.
‘A crazy time’: Coast teacher’s incredible journey
As a prep teacher Carla Stanley is a rock star to her students. But there was one thing she couldn’t have – a child of her own. Suddenly that changed, right in the middle of a pandemic.
My First Year: Choosing the right prep school
Preps have had one tough start to their first year of schooling. But it has allowed school communities to connect in ways they never have before.
‘Forged in fire’: Impact coronavirus will have on preps
Gold Coast preps have faced unprecedented disruption to the start of their school life – and experts believe the experience will have a long-lasting effect.
Major flaw revealed in childcare plan
The Federal Government’s free childcare lifeline was supposed to save the business. But centres on the Gold Coast are still facing major losses. Here’s why.
Coast school alerted to new virus case
Parents at a popular Gold Coast school have been alerted to a new case of coronavirus within their community.
Why we should hurry up and close the schools
Parents are already under enough pressure. It’s wrong to leave them with this tough decsion to make, writes Emily Toxward.
Revealed: Gold Coast’s best swim school teacher
There was a fierce face-off in our reader poll, but we can now announce the Gold Coast’s top 10 swim school teachers and the overall winner.
The Wiggles under fire for going on TikTok
Cyber safety experts are alarmed after much loved children’s group The Wiggles opened an account on the video sharing app TikTok, which has an age limit of 13 and over.
Childcare fraudsters exposed online
Hundreds of childcare providers that have rorted the system have been outed in a government online list. See which state had the most fraudsters.
Hundreds gather for hospital reunion
The Gold Coast Private Hospital hosted hundreds of new mums and bubs over the weekend, as many of its former patients get ready to celebrate their first Christmas.
Gold Coast school runs out of water
Water has had to be shipped in to keep a Gold Coast school operating after it ran dry yesterday.
Urgent need for change in Australian schools
Australia’s shocking results in the well-regarded PISA report highlights the need for major reform of our education system.
Australia lags in early childcare access, new report finds
Early learning in Australia is lagging behind other developed countries, a new report card from the peak early childhood advocacy has found.
How Gold Coast teacher is transforming lives of rural sisters
Life for the Hawkins sisters is filled with adventure, and governess Hannah Calcino has been enjoying her time in the outback with them.
Adorable moment Coast kindy kids bond with elderly
There’s up to 80 years’ difference between them but a program connecting kindergarten children with aged care residents has seen special bonds develop. WATCH THE VIDEO.
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