Careers
Tips for teenagers on finding that first job
Finding that first part-time job can be hard for teens, but as the economy bounces back from COVID, now is a great time to find work. Careers expert Helen Green offers advice for teenagers.
ATAR surprise? Here’s what to consider
What should you do if an ATAR is higher or lower than expected? Careers expert Helen Green offers tips and suggestions.
The golden rules of gap years
As Year 12 students look forward to 2022, some may be considering a gap year. But, writes Dr Judith Locke, it shouldn't be without some agreed guidelines in place.
How to make the most of uni open days
The university Open Day season has arrived, tailored again to the pandemic. Careers expert Helen Green gives practical tips and advice for you and your teenager to make the most of Open Days 2021. Plus links to more info.
Best of the Web: A must-read inspirational story for students feeling down about their ATAR, and more…
A personal story from a Melbourne doctor on why a disappointing ATAR can be an opportunity, new research on schools providing lunch, and a plea to stop shaming parents over screen time.
Best of the Web: A gap year around Australia changed our family, and more…
What happens when a family takes time out and hits the road, in praise of teenagers, and a STEM story time video for early learners.
How to choose the course that’s right
After a Year 12 no one expected, students are weighing up course options. Careers expert Helen Green gives advice on how make the right choice. for the right reasons.
You’ve Got This: Tips for pursuing creative careers
We speak to author Bec Brown about her new book to help young people pursue careers in the creative industries. She gives parents and carers some tips and ideas to encourage their creative kids, in this Q&A with Natalie Moutafis.
So you want to be a doctor? This is what it takes, part two
Dr Ranjana Srivastava literally wrote the book for students thinking about a career in medicine, and our interview with her when it was released is among our most popular. In these extraordinary times for the medical profession, we returned for a Q&A update.