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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.
Best of the Web: Vaping – what’s happening in schools, and more
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.
Best of the Web: Explore the Children’s Book of the Year awards shortlist, and more
Celebrating the finalists in this year's Children's Book of the Year, disturbing research on girls in school uniform being harassed on the street, and a moving reflection on why the small moments of parenting matter.
Best of the Web: The town banning energy drinks for under 18s, and more
The radical action by a WA town worried about kids and energy drinks, ways we can nurture the teenage brain, and a new program to teach kids to save lives.