Google Search Trends 2025 is in — and Aussies did not disappoint. From Cyclone Alfred panic-searching to Dubai chocolate cravings, Labubu obsession and that chaotic “what does 6 7 mean?” meltdown, here’s everything Australia couldn’t stop Googling this year.
Mum Central has proudly received the prestigious TITAN Business Award for Marketing, recognising global excellence and innovation. We were celebrated for our authentic storytelling, empowering community, and creative brand partnerships, proving an Aussie business can make a global impact through purpose-driven marketing.
When relationships end, it’s not just the house, car or furniture up for debate anymore, it’s the family pet too. Under new Aussie laws, pets are finally being recognised as more than property, with courts now considering their welfare and emotional bonds when deciding who gets custody. How would you fare?
Thomas the Tank Engine is celebrating 80 years of friendship and adventure — and one Aussie family could win a cross-country Thomas & Friends trip on the iconic Indian Pacific! From themed cabins to endless views, it’s the ultimate nostalgic journey for fans young and old.
When cries for help rang out in South Memphis, a group of grandmothers became unexpected heroes. Racing to protect two toddlers in danger, they fought off an abuser, chased him down, and kept the children safe until police arrived — proving that ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference.
Step aside, flat-pack furniture and bargain ski gear, ALDI’s latest Special Buy is lighting up…
A 5 day old newborn baby has died after suffering fatal injuries believed to have been caused by an unsupervised 6-year-old boy. The child had been roaming the maternity ward daily, reportedly unplugging monitors, touching babies, and climbing into cots.
The childcare abuse scandal rocking Melbourne has deepened with a second man charged with 45 child sex offences. With over 2,600 families now contacted and urgent government reforms underway, the sector is facing a reckoning.
More than 1,200 children across 20 Victorian childcare centres may have been exposed to harm, after a former worker was charged with over 70 child abuse offences. The investigation continues as families call for action and support.
Imagine this. You enter the lottery. You get the message — you’ve won big. Your heart races. You picture the payout, the plans, the freedom. Then, hours later, the truth drops. They got it wrong.
Display baby showers are shaking up tradition — no ribbons, no bows, and definitely no long gift-opening marathons. Here’s why mums are loving (and loathing) this bold new trend.
The Reject Shop might be getting a global makeover, with Canadian discount giant Dollarama pitching a $259 million takeover. If approved, this bold move would bring global buying power to Aussie shelves and ramp up competition in the budget space. With plans to double store numbers, it’s a potential shake-up that could put Kmart on notice.