You’ve been on the sidelines of the netball court (or soccer pitch, etc) cheering and encouraging. Continue reading “Winning Or Losing: How To Handle A Bad Sport”
Original Yellow Wiggle Greg Page Urges: “Learn CPR”
By: Clare Bruce
The original ‘Yellow Wiggle’ Greg Page, who had a brush with death in January, has posted a video urging people to learn CPR, and advocating for more life-saving Automatic External Defibrillators (AED machines) to be kept in public places. Continue reading “Original Yellow Wiggle Greg Page Urges: “Learn CPR””
Chicken Nuggets (Nut-Free)
By: Susan Joy
Easy and delicious Chicken Nuggets with a nut-free, lightly seasoned coating. I created this recipe with children in mind so they can enjoy a yummy, healthy school lunch (it’s been taste tested by my grandkids and passed with flying colours). Continue reading “Chicken Nuggets (Nut-Free)”
When Friendships Go Wrong For Girls
By: Collett Smart
When I worked as a school psychologist, for more than 10 years, some of the most common lunch time chats I had in my office were with one girl or a group of girls. Inevitably, because something had ‘gone wrong’ in their relationships. This resulted in some tears, sometimes heartache, often internal wrestling or questioning. Continue reading “When Friendships Go Wrong For Girls”
When the World Sends You Garbage, Send Back Music
By: Sheridan Voysey
Cateura is a small slum in Paraguay, South America, built on a rubbish tip. Desperately poor, its villagers eke out a living by recycling and selling whatever they can find in the garbage. But from these unpromising conditions something beautiful has emerged – an orchestra. Continue reading “When the World Sends You Garbage, Send Back Music”
Emma Turns ‘Mean Girl’ in 2020 Adaptation of a Classic
By: Laura Bennett
There’s one word to describe Emma: ‘immaculate’. Continue reading “Emma Turns ‘Mean Girl’ in 2020 Adaptation of a Classic”
Zucchini Slice
By: Susan Joy
This is my version of the humble Zucchini Slice. It’s packed with zucchini, bacon and lots of flavour. My family didn’t even notice it was dairy-free or wheat-free. This slice is kid-friendly and can be served hot or chilled with salad. It’s also the perfect healthy breakfast on the run and being nut-free it’s suitable for school lunchboxes. Continue reading “Zucchini Slice”
3 Keys to a Happy Marriage and 4 Rules for the Tough Times
By: Katrina Roe
Last year, psychologist, author and contributor Collett Smart celebrated her 25-year wedding anniversary. She shares what she knows about marriage now, that she didn’t know when she walked down the aisle. Continue reading “3 Keys to a Happy Marriage and 4 Rules for the Tough Times”
Rend Collective Band Leader Chosen by Sponsor Child
By: Kim Wilkinson
On the eve of their sell-out Australian tour, Rend Collective’s Gareth Gilkeson opened up about being one of the last to be chosen as a Child Sponsor. Continue reading “Rend Collective Band Leader Chosen by Sponsor Child”
H is for Happiness [Movie Review]
By: Jonathan Weir
H is for Happiness has to be one of the most enjoyable family films to come out of Australia since Babe. Based on the book My Life as an Alphabet by Barry Jonsberg, and directed by feature film debutant John Sheedy, Continue reading “H is for Happiness [Movie Review]”