No, Mark Zuckerberg is not giving away money to random Facebook users

Staff writers People are still be sharing a hoax message which suggests they could get a share of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg's fortune.

Unborn baby saved after mum killed in hit and run crash

Staff writers An unborn baby boy was saved by doctors after his mother was killed by a drunk driver in a hit and run crash.

Cate Blanchett steps out of limelight for adopted baby girl

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Isla Fisher and Sacha Baron Cohen's $1.3 million Christmas donation

Talk about the spirit of Christmas giving.

Baby's first holiday: a travel guide for new parents

JO HARTLEY We've taken the stress out of planning and packing so you can spend more time relaxing.

Is international travel with small kids worth it?

DONNA WEBECK Our trip home was a disaster, but there are some people who make international travel with small children look like a walk in Central Park.

In-car camera to give you eyes in the back of your head

DAVID MCCOWEN Garmin is to introduce babyCam locally in 2016.

Government to compromise on paid parental leave 'double dipping'

LISA COX The Turnbull government has confirmed it is backing away from unpopular changes to paid parental leave.

Parents to get random 'spot checks' on work hours in Coalition plan

JUDITH IRELAND Families will be subjected to random "spot checks" from the government to make sure they are reporting their work hours accurately under the Coalition's new childcare plan.

Ten money saving tips for this Christmas

Australians plan to spend over $46 billion dollars in retail stores over the Christmas season and with this comes the pressure to buy that something special. Gift giving can be expensive, often leading to that dreaded credit card bill come January but it doesn't have to be that way.

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11 adorable babies and toddlers we met in 2015

They made us laugh, they made us cry happy tears, and we met them all this year. So much awwwww right here.

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Moving on

'I've never dated a single mum before': Bachelorette's Michael moves on

He was dumped by Sam Frost on The Bachelorette finale just a few months ago, but the reality dating TV show has helped Michael Turnbull find love with another.

Jimmy Giggle's fun new Christmas album

CATHERINE RODIE Jimmy Rees, AKA Jimmy Giggle, has earned a special place in the hearts of a whole generation of Aussie kids.

Toddler's close call in backyard pool

AMY REMEIKIS Boy spent about a minute submerged in the water.

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Couple warn of asbestos risk after losing son

Nathan Paull Adam Sager was unknowingly exposed to asbestos dust when he was a toddler - and it eventually took his life more than two decades years later.

How to easily remove price stickers from gifts

Staff writers It's the bane of the perfectionist gift giver. While getting your presents ready to wrap, you start to remove the price tags* … and are left with half of them stuck on.

Dad discovers a present even better than Apple Watch

Staff writers This man thought he was getting an Apple Watch as a birthday present, but he was wrong.

Yes dads, fatherhood does start before your baby is born

Armin Brott My girlfriend and I just found out that she's pregnant. She wants me to go to all the doctor visits with her, but I don't see the point.

Aussie dads see themselves as mums' helpers, not equals: study

JULIE POWER  You've shopped and raced home from work to cook dinner for the family. It is nearly ready when your partner asks: "How can I help?"

Chocolate drizzled nutella meringues

The Kitchen Coquette Easy to make and even better to eat, your kids will love these nutella meringues.

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DIY guacamole

Jill Dupleix Mexican restaurants now offer a guacamole service at your table, crushing the avocado in a traditional molcajete or mortar and mixing it with condiments just before you eat it. Here's a version for you to try at home. Set everything up at the table and get pounding for the freshest guac you've ever had.

Chocolate-coated fairy wands

NICOLE AVERY These super simple chocolate coated fairy wands are perfect for a princess or fairy party and by changing the colours of the sprinkle they would easily work for a Harry Potter or Halloween party too. With only a few steps, this recipe is a perfect one to get the kids cooking in the kitchen.

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