Child dies while play staff ‘stare at phones’
A four-year-old girl died after she accidentally strangled herself inside a trampoline — while staff were allegedly staring at their phones.
Kids
Warning as ‘super’ flu hits 40,000 Aussies
The number of cases of a brutal flu strain are already 100 times higher than last year, with warnings of how tough winter will be.
Hard-to-fill job offering $50k bonus
Thousands of dollars are up for grabs for people looking to shake up their work life and fill vital roles in areas crying out for new workers.
Mum shamed over son’s ‘bonkers’ name
A mother-of-two has revealed how the older population reacts to her son’s “unusual” name, which she admits you either “love or hate”.
Urgent recall issued for Aldi product
The product is sold at Aldi supermarkets nationwide, and can be returned to any store for a full refund.
Tradies reveal bus kids’ tragic question
The tradies who pulled dozens of schoolchildren from an overturned bus have shared their side of the frightening story.
‘Pornography’: US ban on Mem Fox kids book
A book by renowned Australian children’s author Mem Fox has been banned in Florida over alleged “pornography”, a move the author describes as “pitiful”.
Urgent recall for popular kids’ toy
A popular baby’s toy has been recalled over fears it could cause choking, suffocation and death.
Mum-of-12’s insane 5am cooking schedule
An American woman who has 12 children has shared her crazy cooking schedule – but some of her ideas have been labelled ‘disgusting’.
Schools force kids to learn from home
Schoolchildren at four NSW schools have been ordered to learn from home as Covid cases disrupt classes despite the end of the pandemic.
Big hint for winners in federal budget
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has given one group hope that they may be in for a significant boost in Tuesday’s federal budget.
Urgent message for all parents
A former paramedic turned first-aid campaigner has issued a warning for parents concerned about hurting their choking child.
School shames mum with lunch box note
A mother who was shamed by her three-year-old’s school over the “unhealthy” snack she packed in her son’s lunch box has shared her outrage.
‘Relief’: Pleas to save $100 kids’ voucher
The NSW Premier has been called on to extend a $100 voucher program for kids, with fears struggling families would be unable to access sport programs without it.
Huge changes coming to popular product
Shoppers may soon see major changes to how one product is sold across the country.
Disturbing injecting room news for parents
A proposal by the Victorian Greens could see children legally entering injecting rooms across the state.
This image could save your child’s life
A horrifying photo of a child’s airways is being used to serve as a reminder to caregivers of what can happen when a kid gets hold of a choking hazard.
Why mum is leaving ‘lazy’ husband
A mum-of-five who worked six days straight has shared the reason she’s divorcing her husband – saying he refused to lift a finger.
Barbie releases doll with Down syndrome
It’s been one of the most requested additions from customers. Now, Mattel has released its first ever Barbie doll with Down syndrome.
School principal’s spray over goanna death
The headmaster of an elite Sydney private school has slammed the media and “virtuous trolls” after a goanna was killed at a cadet camp.
Why one group could miss out in budget
An important cohort of Aussies could miss out or become winners in the upcoming federal budget as Labor weighs a key decision.
Cheap, cheerful tips for winter fun
The colder months don’t have to mean hibernation or spending plenty to stay active and excited. Here’s how.
Cop’s three words to abandoned baby’s mum
The baby was found naked and crying in a stranger’s backyard just hours after her mum gave birth.
Urgent search as missing 11yo vanishes
An urgent search is underway for a missing 11-year-old who vanished overnight.
‘Awful’: Mum’s warning to parents
A mother has issued an urgent warning to parents after her daughter suffered a deep cut on her face while playing at a playground.
‘It’s time’: National phone ban encouraged
Parents are calling for more to be done to prevent students from using their phones in school hours across the country as one state resists implementing a ban.
Kindy kid’s ‘confusing’ homework question
A parent has asked for help after their four-year-old brought home a worksheet that was based around the letter ‘t’.
Mum of 12 has been pregnant for 15 years
A mum-of-12 from Scotland has shared on social media her pregnancy journey which saw her with a baby bump for 15 years.
Warning as measles infection zones rise
About a dozen locations have been added to a list of potential infection zones including a Wiggles concert and a Westfield complex.
Dingo ‘held girl underwater’ in horror attack
A little girl has been flown to hospital after she was attacked by a dingo which held her underwater and repeatedly bit her on the head.
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