Kids & Family Archives

Dec
21
2025

Elizabeth Jane: Why Christmas Can Intensify Grief

Kids & Family, Mental Health, Psychology, Relationships, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Christmas often amplifies feelings of loss, absence and loneliness for people living with grief. Elizabeth Jane reflects on why this ...

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Dec
21
2025

Inge Gnatt: Why Some of Us Are Competitive and Others Are Chill

Kids & Family, Psychology, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Some people thrive on competition, while others prefer to opt out entirely. Psychologist Inge Gnatt explains where those differences come ...

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Dec
14
2025

Professor Paula Gerber: Social Media Ban and Queer Young People

Government & Organisations, Kids & Family, Law, LGBTIQA+ Community, Social Media

The Australian Government's new laws banning social media access for under-16s raise serious questions about safety, rights and unintended harm. ...

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Dec
14
2025

Bec Dahl and Lily Ong: Law Talk – Christmas Travel, Parenting and Visas

Kids & Family, Law, Travel

Travelling at Christmas can be complicated, particularly for separated families or anyone navigating visa requirements. Bec Dahl and Lily Ong ...

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Dec
14
2025

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Should Families Chip In for Christmas Lunch?

Finance, Kids & Family, Society & Culture

Christmas lunch comes with tradition, emotion and, often, a hefty price tag, raising questions about fairness, obligation and money within ...

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Dec
14
2025

Suzy Wrong: Film Review – Come See Me in the Good Light

Health, Kids & Family, LGBTIQA+ Community, TV & Film

The documentary 'Come See Me in the Good Light' follows poet and activist Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley as they ...

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Dec
14
2025

Lizzie Maughan: Social Media Ban and the Impact on Trans Teens

Kids & Family, Law, LGBTIQA+ Community, Mental Health, News & Politics, Politics

Australia’s new social media age restrictions are raising questions about safety, access and unintended consequences for young people. Lizzie Maughan ...

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Nov
26
2025

Dr James Gardiner: How School Exemptions Shape LGBTQIA+ Students’ Lives

Education, Kids & Family, Law, LGBTIQA+ Community, Sexuality

Religious schools can still legally discriminate against LGBTQIA+ students and staff, creating a confusing and sometimes harmful landscape for young ...

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