In recent weeks, we’ve seen more reports of alleged child sexual abuse involving a Sydney childcare worker, while there have also been reports of children leaving a Melbourne kindergarten unnoticed and getting onto a busy street, and stories like these have sadly become a regular feature of the news cycle, once again raising questions about safety and public confidence in the early childhood sector.
Australia risks losing students from science and technology careers by age 11, amid a growing gap between national policies and actual school experiences.
Help keep the kids busy these winter school holidays with four simple, kid-friendly dishes that build confidence, spark curiosity and make mealtimes more memorable.
The Australian Government today announced a $7.2 million package in response to a diphtheria outbreak that has spread across Australian states including Queensland.
Recovering from an eating disorder can be long and complex – new research shows when people’s broader wellbeing improves, such as developing a sense of self-acceptance or hope, they are more likely to report a “personal” recovery from an eating disorder.
From flash mobs to line-dancing to the Nutbush, enjoying rhythm and movement in a group context is known to boost mental and physical health in people of all ages - now a study of more than 200 preschoolers has measured specific benefits.
In January 2026 when world leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum in Davos to discuss escalating global tensions, Brooklyn Beckham's Instagram revealed family turmoil that captured equally intense public attention.
When holiday sleep habits unravel, our sleep experts can help you gently reset routines so back‑to‑school mornings feel calm instead of chaotic.
The University of the Sunshine Coast has achieved a SAGE Cygnet Award recognising initiatives that support parents and carers and reinforce the University’s commitment to gender equity.
Female‑perpetrated child sexual abuse, though often overlooked, is rising in prevalence and recognition, highlighting the need to shift focus from punishment to understanding and preventing the factors that lead women and girls to offend.
New research identifies socioeconomic disadvantage, psychological distress, poor sleep, and unhealthy eating habits as significant risk factors driving suicidal ideation in adolescents.
Baby talk isn’t just cute – it could play a vital role in helping infants learn the sounds of their language, new research from the University of the Sunshine Coast has found.
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