Nearly half of Aussie students are now classified as “chronically absent,” missing the equivalent of four weeks of school every year. Here’s what’s really behind it and why it matters more than you think.
If you’ve seen the chatter about the QLD Back to School Boost but aren’t quite sure what it actually means for your family, here’s the simple breakdown. Who qualifies, how the money flows through schools, and how to make it stretch further when back-to-school costs start piling up.
Smash Blue is rewriting the lunchbox rulebook with microwave-safe stainless steel containers designed for school, work and everyday life. No plastic, no transfers, just smarter lunches.
Back to School 2026 is here and we’ve rounded up the smartest school essentials Aussie parents swear by, from lunchboxes and backpacks to labels, drink bottles and learning tools.
Getting your kids ready for school again doesn’t have to be stressful. JD Sports brings together back to school essentials kids love and parents trust, from comfortable footwear and practical backpacks to everyday accessories designed for real school days.
Looking for something free, educational, and actually fun to do with the kids? Forget another trip to the playground – it’s time to explore what’s happening inside Australia’s only Yakult factory.
Get organised for 2026 with our complete guide to public holidays and school holidays across every Australian state and territory. From term dates to long weekends, we’ve done the hard work so you can plan family time, holidays, and back-to-school without the stress.
Parents often see Book Week parades as just costumes and chaos. But after 20 years in the classroom, this teacher uncovers 4 surprising benefits every parent should know—proof that it’s about far more than dress-ups.
Trigger warning: .A ten‑year‑old girl from New South Wales has had her young life cut heartbreakingly short, found dead by her six‑year‑old sister in a moment that will haunt the family forever. Her death, believed to be by suicide, is being linked to relentless bullying—both at school and online—that slowly chipped away at her spirit.
Does your child need a bit of extra help with their schoolwork? Or perhaps you’re looking to foster their love of learning outside the classroom or through an online schooling program? Check out 9 top picks for online tutors and learning centres.
If you’re curious about homeschooling, or not sure where to start, check out our beginner’s guide from a mum who’s already been there. She shares real tips, advice, and what to expect as you take the first steps on your homeschooling journey.
A former school janitor has pleaded guilty to charges involving the contamination of food and utensils meant for children and staff, and faces charges of possessing child sexual abuse material. This disturbing incident has raised serious questions about safety protocols in schools.