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Night-time fears and what to do about them

Studies suggest that up to two-thirds of Australian kids are scared of the dark. Take a deep-dive into the why and how we can help.

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How to Make Pikelets (and colour them naturally)

Like pancakes but only smaller, pikelets are the perfect snack for any time of day. Make them all the more fun (and a little bit healthier) by colouring them with fruits and veggies. Shh, don't tell the kids.

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Spaghetti with Roasted Tomatoes, Pea and Goats Cheese Pesto

Spaghetti with Roasted Tomatoes, Pea and Goats Cheese Pesto

You can keep your fancy-schmancy pasta recipes. This one only takes half an hour to whip together and it's made using a handful of simple yet tasty ingredients. Winner!

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The History of Tree Hugging

The History of Tree Hugging

Getting out and about in nature is not just a nice thing to do on the weekend, it's actually really good for our health. Enjoy this deep-dive into the history of tree hugging and you'll never take our woody friends for granted again.

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Meet Sami Bayly

Meet Sami Bayly

Author, illustrator and nature-enthusiast Sami Bayly chats about her latest book The Encyclopaedia of Extinct Animals and where her passion for nature began.

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Make Chocolate Orange Faces

Make Chocolate Orange Faces

Cute fruit? Yes, please! This food project is quick, fun and delicious. Simply slice oranges and decorate with melted chocolate.

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Three Ways to Hug a Tree

Three Ways to Hug a Tree

Tree hugging isn't just for hippies, it's something we can all give a go at any time. Here are our top three ways to get hugging next you're meandering nature. We guarantee you'll feel better afterwards.

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Meet Kate Mildenhall

Meet Kate Mildenhall

Acclaimed Aussie author and mother, Kate Mildenhall, chats about writing, creativity, family and her new book, To Stir With Love.

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10 Interesting Ways to Use Oranges

When life gives you an abundance of oranges, you don't have to just eat them. Instead, you can clean the kitchen sink, make your hair shiny, or even start a fire. Ten top-tips for using oranges right here.

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Rhubarb + Zucchini Pickles

Rhubarb + Zucchini Pickles

In our opinion, pickles are the metaphorical cherry on top of a meal. Tangy, salty and sometimes a spicy, they turn mundane into magical, and this recipe is no exception.

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Meet Hari Conner

Meet Hari Conner

Hair Conner chats about their latest graphic novel, a queer romantic story inspired by Jane Austen's writing.

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a guide to herbal teas

Learn how to cure the winter blues, soothe nerves, induce calmness or just enjoy a cuppa with your kids, with our handy-dandy guide to herbal teas.

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Old Fashioned Pear Cake

Old Fashioned Pear Cake

Pears are often underrated, but in this old fashioned pear cake, they certainly shine. Give it a whirl next time you're after a low-fuss cake recipe with homely vibes.

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A Kids' Book Review (by a kid!)

A Kids' Book Review (by a kid!)

12-year-old Harriet reviews Danielle Binks' new middle-grade book, Six Summers of Tash and Leopold.

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Meet Brandi Sellerz-Jackson

Brandi chats about Black motherhood, being a doula, and the empowerment that comes from women sharing stories.

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Flower Power Biscuits

Flower Power Biscuits

Lovers of all things flora-related, rejoice! These pretty-as-a-picture flower power biscuits are sure to delight even the firmest of savoury food fans.

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Meet Danielle Binks

Award-winning writer, Danielle Binks, chats about learning to tell stories via lying, what kids should do to become a writer, and the art of procrastination.

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Happy face biscuits

Do you need a creative project to keep the kids busy and something to feed their hungry bellies? Look no further than our happy face biscuits recipe.

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Meet Carl Merrison

Meet Carl Merrison

Gija and Jaru Man, Carl Merrison, yarns about his childhood in the Kimberley, his love for sports and why he started writing books for kids.

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Spiced Chickpea Stew

Packed full of flavour and good-for-you ingredients, this one-pot stew is simply yum! Serve it with a crumbling of fetta cheese and a dollop of greek yoghurt for extra pizazz.

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Birth Stories with Sophie Walker

Sophie Walker believes positive birth experiences begin with education. And so she created Australian Birth Stories⎯a podcast, book and series of classes designed to empower women.

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Butterbean + Quinoa Bake

This is a hearty, nourishing, downright tasty meal that's free from gluten, dairy and nuts. Make it for meat-free Mondays or adapt it for those who can't say no to meat⎯we've given you options for both. Enjoy!

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Cory Silverberg talks about sex and gender

Cory Silverberg talks about sex and gender

Sex educator, author and parent, Cory Silverberg, wants us to think about sex and gender in a bigger way.

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Carrot, Banana and Oat Cookies

Nourishing, simple, yet super-dooper-tasty. This is one of those biccie recipes you're going to make on repeat.

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