Movies
We knew it! New Disney Pixar video shows all their movies are linked
We all love Disney Pixar movies. But how much attention have you been paying?
January movie reviews: a guide for parents
Find out what's on at the cinemas this month, and what's suitable for your kids and teens to see.
Four movies we're looking forward to in 2017
It's going to be a huge year for great movies next year, with many in production right now in time for 2017 release.
December movie reviews: a guide for parents
Find out what's on at the cinemas this month, and what's suitable for your kids and teens to see.
Is Disney's first Polynesian princess going to beat Frozen?
Disney's latest production Moana is set to challenge Frozen in the animated movie stakes, after setting a new box office record overnight.
Cars 3 trailer takes a gritty turn and Lightning McQueen fans are not happy
Disney Pixar has just dropped the new Cars 3 teaser trailer – and we think you'll agree, it's pretty dramatic.
TV
Seven-year-old's Taylor Swift impersonation is impressive, but is it appropriate?
A seven-year-old British girl is causing a stir online after appearing on the Philippine talent show Your Face Sounds Familiar.
Children's TV is so much better than the rubbish for grown-ups
After an intensive few months watching children's television with my young son I have come to the conclusion that our kids have access to much better shows than adults – at least on the free-to-air networks.
Toys and Products
Hatchimals don't hatch, lawsuit claims
When Jared Winegarden bought the Hatchimal for his youngest daughter, he felt like 'Super Dad', he wrote in a review on Amazon.
Lego crime wave hits Melbourne
Lego-loving thieves have Victoria Police working overtime. A taskforce might be needed.
The scientific reason Lego hurts so much
It's a universal truth of parenthood that many of us discover the hard way: stepping on lego bricks - HURTS.
Photogalleries
The top recommended activity and information books for kids
They might be into novels, but it never hurts to fill their shelves with books full of activities for a rainy day, and information books to show them the wonders of the world.
School holiday activity ideas
Click through our gallery of activity ideas that range from free or cheap to a little more expensive. You are sure to find something nearby to suit your family's budget and likes.
Australia's 'big things'
You've heard of The Big Banana, and the Big Pineapple? Here are a few more of the famous and not so famous big things around Australia.
Summer sunglasses for kids
It's summer time once more and while we often grab a new pair of sunnies for ourselves, it's the one time the kids often miss out on that essential protection from Australia's harsh sun. Keeping their eyes safe from UV rays is as important as shielding your own eyes. The longer eyes are exposed to UV light, the more that they will be prone to eye conditions later in life. We've rounded up the top kids' sunglasses brands so you can make good decisions about eyewear for your children for the summer holidays.
Fun Christmas hairstyles for festive locks
Last few days of school, or the end of year performance, or for Christmas lunch with family and at the beach on Boxing Day - there is a festive hairstyle here to try.
Tech toys & games for kids
These are the Christmas gift ideas for those kids who love to tinker and make things, also those that want to code their own games and build their own computers and interact with robots.