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.

What should you do if your senior student isn't engaged in their studies? In this extract from his new book, parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson explains how a 'need-supportive' approach can help.

In the next instalment of our series, 'So you want to be...' Natalie Moutafis speaks with Jessica McGowan, Ambulance Victoria Paramedic and Director Regional and Clinical Operations.

If you think nursery rhymes are old fashioned, think again, writes Diane Bourke. She explains how they can help launch a child's development.

Australia is lagging behind the world in still allowing parents to physically punish their children, writes Sophie Havighurst. She argues we must make it illegal.

How to have money conversations with your kids, leaving the phone at home, and why my parents lied to me about my birthday.

Families are teams and need regular team meetings to make them work, writes Dr Deborah Trengove. She gives her top 10 tips for effective family meetings.

Video games are being used as an effective tool to help neurodivergent kids develop important teamwork skills, writes Jess Rowlings.

Concerning research on vaping and behaviour issues in schools, a new Barbie with Down syndrome, and how a tired mum found the fun in life again.