Record number of Aussie kids doing this
A major trend of the pandemic era and the cost of boarding schools has pushed these Australian numbers into record territory.
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Popular childcare chain collapses
A popular chain of childcare centres has collapsed, with a common trend in Australian workplace habits possibly to blame.
Warning over teen social media link
Fresh research revealed in parliament suggests a link between time spent on social media use and mental health in Aussie teens.
‘Worse than church’: Kids club horror exposed
Scouts Australia has been accused of going to extraordinary lengths to delay justice for some of the survivors of its notorious and brutal past.
‘Serious risk’: Outrage over new school
Plans for a new school on the outskirts of a major Australian city have been met with formal opposition from thousands of community members.
Boy’s face split open in horror dog attack
A young boy has been left with horrific wounds to his eye, ear and forehead after he was attacked by a rescue dog.
‘Important’: Reaction to major childcare reform
Recommendations for major changes to the childcare system have been described as a “really important piece of work”.
Big win for struggling Aussie families
Aussie families who can’t catch a break and would love access to an essential service will be buoyed by this recommendation.
Parents’ shock act after girl’s abuse
As Alyssa James sat in court to see her attacker sentenced for sexually abusing her as a child, her parents made a shocking decision.
Heartwarming update on Cleo Smith
Three years after Cleo Smith’s kidnapping in remote Western Australia, her parents have shared a heartwarming update.
‘Literally a crime’: Kid’s name panned
A daycare worker has shared one child’s name that is so bizarre, the girl’s grandmother refused to use it.
Needle prick horror at Aussie school
An Aussie primary school has written to parents assuring them they are remaining “vigilant” after a young girl was pricked while picking up a discarded needle on the school grounds.
‘Never seen’: Image that should horrify all
The sight of an empty Suncorp Stadium in the dead of night should send a chill down the spine of every Australian because of the horrifying crisis it represents.
Disgusting secret behind this Zoom call
Pedophiles are finding sick new ways to share their disgusting content online, and it’s something every Aussie parent needs to know about.
Horrors that keep top cop up at night
A top cop has given an unprecedented insight into the horrific crimes they uncover against our children, and it’s something every parent needs to read.
Vile predator trapped by ‘13-year-old girl’
An elite squad of monster-hunters scours the internet in search of “the absolute worst of humanity”, here is just some of the horrific things they uncover.
If this is your name, you’re officially old
There are a handful of seemingly normal names that today’s youth consider to be “for old people” – is yours on the list?
22yo’s 417 reasons she refuses to have kids
A 22-year-old woman has revealed her 417 reasons why she is choosing not to have children, with the notes sparking a huge reaction.
‘Embarrassing’: Wild reason mum slammed
A mum has left social media users totally divided after enjoying herself in a swimsuit at a beach club in holiday destination Ibiza.
Mum’s ‘massive’ face tattoo regret
She says the Harley Quinn inspired tattoos have also impeded her ability to gain employment.
Aussie workers to receive major pay rise
The PM has announced that these workers will receive a major increase to wages, but not as much as they’ve been campaigning for.
Report these sick Facebook posts ASAP
This urgent plea to spread the word about a missing Aussie child with medical needs masks a chilling reality that has authorities on alert.
Popular Wiggles item urgently recalled
Parents have been issued an urgent warning over a popular children’s toy that risks causing serious injury or even death.
Mum’s rant about classic party tradition
A woman has divided her social media followers by airing her frustrations over a kid’s birthday tradition – begging parents to “stop doing it”.
Kids go for gold in PM’s Spelling Bee
More than 35,000 Aussie students have been registered to take part in the Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee, as the mother of last year’s champion reveals how taking part in the competition helped her son.
Hanson’s amazing act for 9-year-old girl
One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson talks tough in Canberra, but an act of kindness for a mum and her daughter shows she also has a heart of gold.
Fears Mormon wife ‘working herself to death’
A profile on the woman dubbed “queen of the trad wives” has sparked a furore, with fans expressing their worry for the mum-of-eight.
‘Selfish’ act most Aussies commit to save cash
Australian statistics show the number of parents who rely on family to raise their children is on the rise – but some are refusing to assist.
Massive threat issued to tech giants
The eSafety Commissioner has officially put the tech giants on notice: Do more to protect Aussie kids or cop massive fines.
Woolies drops ‘magic’ surprise for shoppers
Shoppers at one of Australia’s biggest supermarket chains are in for a surprise with the unveiling of a new limited-time promotion.
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