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Vegan Iced VoVo slice

Our raspberry + cashew cream iced vovo slice is a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic Aussie biscuit. While there's a few elements to this recipe, it's easier than you'd think.

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How to make your own kite

Make your own kite

Invented more than 2,500 years ago, kites have served as more than just toys throughout history. Take a deep-dive into the history of kites and then try making your own with our DIY.

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Passionfruit Jellies

Homemade Passionfruit Jelly

Jelly disguised as fresh fruit? We're into it. These passionfruit jellies are super simple to make and kids love them. Here's how to make them.

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Boredom Busters for Kids

Bored kids? No worries. Download and print these boredom busters. They should give you just enough time to enjoy a hot cuppa in peace.

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See The Velveteen Rabbit live on stage at Family Fiesta

See The Velveteen Rabbit live on stage at Family Fiesta

Artistic Directors Penny Baron and Carolyn Hanna are passionate about building incredible live experiences that empowers children to play. Come along and see their adaptation of The Velveteen Rabbit at Monash University’s Alexander Theatre in the winter school holidays.  

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Orange Poppyseed cake

Orange and Poppyseed Cake

This is one of our favourite recipes of all time. The cake is delish, flourless and easy to make. Best enjoyed with a friend and a cuppa...unless the kids eat it first.

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bird feeder

DIY Bird Feeder

We love a craft project that gets kids outside observing nature. This one does just that, and it's quick and easy to make. BYO bird identification book for extra fun.  

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Cute Fruit Smoothies

Whizz up some fruity magic in the kitchen with these cute-fruit smoothie recipes. They're fresh, delicious and simple to make.

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Easy-Peasy Basic Biscuit Recipe

Alphabet biccies are even better than alphabet soup. Try these easy-peasy biccies next time you need to jazz up a boring lunchbox. They're guaranteed to make kids smile.

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How to Raise Optimistic Kids

We all want our kids to be optimistic and resilient. But what does that actually mean, why does it matter and how on earth do we do it? Read on for a deep-dive into children and the importance of optimism.

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DIY Chalk

DIY Homemade Chalk

This is a fun, colourful (and slightly messy) chalk crafting idea that will keep the kids busy and let them explore the idea of making something from scratch.

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Meet Molly Hunt + diversify your bookshelf

Molly Hunt is a natural storyteller with a rare gift—she's an animator, journalist, radio presenter and illustrator. Molly chats about her life, passions and creative process.

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Sleepless Nights: A Motherhood Confession

Sleep habits can be a controversial topic in the world of parenting. But Liz Petrone reckons that letting her kids find comfort in her bed is one of the few things she can get right as a mother.

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Talking About Disability with Kids

Cathy Reay wants you to start talking to your kids about Disability, and she reckons films and books are the perfect place to start the conversation.

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Eat, Sleep, Play, Love: Advice on the early years

Eat, Sleep, Play, Love: Advice on the early years

Dr Preeya Alexander has written a practical, inclusive and down-to-earth guide for surviving the first few years of parenting. She chats with Lou about her new book, Eat, Sleep, Play, Love.

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Baby Brain: An Interview With Dr Sarah McKay

Baby Brain: An Interview With Dr Sarah McKay

Neuroscientist, mother and author, Dr Sarah McKay, believes there's more to baby brain than negative stereotypes about forgetfulness. In fact, she says there's no proof women's cognitive function declines. Instead, their brains transform in rather remarkable ways.

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Homemade Apricot Ice Cream

Apricots are a subtle and often overlooked stone fruit. But paired with lashings of double cream and cream cheese, they become a lip-smacking ice cream.

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Hello Dhal-ing: our fave dhal recipe

Hello Dhal-ing: our fave dhal recipe

A bowl full of dhal is the mealtime equivalent to a giant hug, and this dhal recipe is one of our all-time favourites. Try it for yourself.

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the beautiful bunch: a conversation with Jane Marx

Jane Marx spent years establishing a thriving hospitality-based social enterprise that employed young refugee women. Then the pandemic struck. With a newborn under her arm, she pivoted the business and created The Beautiful Bunch. Read her inspiring story here.

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DIY Insect Hotel

In our tidy urban backyards, insects and bugs don't have enough habitat to protect them, particularly in winter. Create your own bug or insect hotel with our how-to guide.

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tummy tonic

Whether you or your kids have a tummy ache related to nerves or you've simply eaten too much of the wrong food, this tummy tonic will soothe your belly.

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Five Fields Playground: Redefining Play

In Massachusetts, in the USA, the Five Fields playground looks unassuming. But it redefines the boundaries between architecture and play, and provides a space children can engage with on their own terms.

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beddie: a nostalgic bed linen brand

Beddie is ethically-made bed linen in the colours and prints that rocked eras gone by. We chat with Beddie founder, Deborah Brown, about her inspiration and why Beddie sheets are great for the whole family.

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Social Justice Parenting

Raising inclusive, empathetic and socially-conscious children is a goal for most parents. So, how can we achieve that? Dr Traci Baxley says it begins with you and the idea of social justice parenting.

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