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How to talk to kids about the cost-of-living crunch
Discussing financial realities with the children in your family? Rachael Sharman shares ways to do so without freaking them out.
Best of the Web: The unpredictability of bush kinder, and more
How bush kinder teaches children to be organised and prepared, an experiment in free-to-air TV, and the inappropriate games kids play.
Best of the Web: Expecting too much of grandparents, and more
How to navigate the grandparent relationship, why parents should stop trying to meet the expectations of others, and the many benefits of being a nurturing dad.
Parents speak out against the tax on learning
Parents of Independent schools are voicing their strong opposition to the Victorian Government imposing payroll tax on their schools, describing in a series of videos the impact it will have on their families and communities.
Best of the Web: How to have difficult conversations with your teen, and more
Navigating tricky conversations with your teenager, why it's okay for kids to play with their food, and how 'conscious' parenting can create a stronger bond with your child.
Learning tax update: ISV’s opposition remains unchanged
Independent Schools Victoria remains steadfast in its opposition to a new tax being imposed on non-government schools, says ISV's Chief Executive Michelle Green.
Budget Update: Shock budget tax alarms Independent schools
Independent Schools Victoria is warning the decision by the Victorian Government to impose payroll tax on non-government schools means that schools may be forced to cut services or raise fees.
Best of the Web: Talking to kids when money is tight, and more
How to have money conversations with your kids, leaving the phone at home, and why my parents lied to me about my birthday.
How video games are supporting young people to build positive social connections
Video games are being used as an effective tool to help neurodivergent kids develop important teamwork skills, writes Jess Rowlings.