The problem with princesses
By Jade Glen
A few weeks ago we hauled the kids, their winter jackets, drink bottles and approximately 200 snacks to Hisense Arena to watch...
‘Parent taxi’ duties a challenge
Nearly two-thirds of Aussie parents spend up to a full work day each week driving their children around.
And 12 per cent of mums and...
Free new meningococcal vaccine
By Melissa Grant
A new meningococcal vaccination which covers four strains of the deadly disease is now available on the National Immunisation Program.
The vaccination, Nimenrix,...
Lah-Lah brings groovy party to town
Pull out your best stripy gear - Lah-Lah’s Big Live Band are coming to town.
The pre-school musical favourites will perform in Berwick as part...
Winter school holiday fun in Casey, Cardinia
Wondering what to do with the kids during the winter school holidays? Are you stuck for ideas and already fearing the constant cries of...
Parents urged to check for deadly traps
Toppling furniture and televisions are putting dozens of Australians - many of them children - in hospital each week.
The unstable items have also killed...
Wonder dog transforms Ollie’s life
By Melissa Grant
Irwin the Labrador Retriever has been a life-changing companion for Berwick boy Ollie Hurst.
In the two years they’ve been best mates, Ollie...
Have a whale of a time on Phillip Island
Humpback and southern right whales will make a splash in Phillip Island waters these school holidays as they make their way north to winter...
A smashing birthday cake trend
By Melissa Grant
Destroying a perfectly good cake for the purpose of taking a photo may sound a little bonkers, but it’s fast becoming a...
Give me a lunch break
OPINION - Melissa Grant
Mind your own lunchbox!
That’s what I would say if someone dared to pass judgement on the contents of my child’s packed...
Australia’s most popular baby names
By Melissa Grant
Australia’s top baby names have been revealed.
Charlotte remains the number one name for girls and Oliver is still the top choice for...
Baby Jack breaks 107-year record of girls
By Melissa Grant
In the seconds after giving birth to her third child, Belinda Denney couldn’t stop looking down as she pulled her newborn close...