Parenting

Rabbitohs star Sam Burgess and his wife Phoebe Hooke have welcomed a daughter to the world. Picture: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images

Sam and Phoebe Burgess welcome baby

NRL player Sam and his wife Phoebe Burgess have announced the birth of their new baby girl – Poppy Alice Burgess.

‘Two child’ policy brings baby boom

CHINA’s move to allow all couples to have two children instead of one has resulted in a ‘baby boom’ of 1.4 million births above the average rate.

Sally Faulkner’s message to her ex

SALLY Faulkner has revealed to Kyle and Jackie O she has had zero contact with her children after the 60 Minutes saga as she sent a message to her ex.

Mum and baby ‘kicked out of theatre’

A MELBOURNE mother claims she was kicked out of a theatre performance because she took her three-month-old baby along with her.

Video a warning to other parents

THE mother of this two-year-old boy filmed her son climbing the fence surrounding their pool, as a warning to parents about how easily kids can drown.

Baby’s biggest fan is his oldest brother

BABY George John Keegan has his biggest fan in older brother, three-year-old Finlay.

Pushed to the limit in pram wars

WHEN it comes to selecting the right wheels for your new arrival, there’s never been so much variety — and never so much pressure on parents to make the best choice. Parenting writer Liz Walsh explains.

How to control your baby’s gender

A TEAM of scientists believe they have found a way of choosing whether your baby will be a boy or girl without undergoing IVF gender selection.

Megan’s pain will be a comfort to others

IN speaking out about the unimaginable pain of suffering a miscarriage, model Megan Gale has done more for women than she probably realises.

Could this be Sydney’s coolest job?

Patrice O’Neill thinks she’s got the coolest job in the world, and as one of SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium’s sub-Antarctic penguin trainers, she just might be right.

School uniforms are sexist? Oh, please

Dresses are not passe. Skirts are not discriminatory or symbols of sexism. They do not limit female power or confidence. Please, let common sense prevail.

MP caned for knocking teachers

A FEDERAL government MP has sparked a backlash after making a post taking aim at Queensland teachers.

‘He wasn’t able to escape from it’

HER world fell apart when her beloved younger brother took his life, after suffering from bullying online and at school. Now Tayla Pearson is fighting back.

School clamps down on tardy parents

A PRINCIPAL in the UK has threatened to hit parents with a whopping fine if their kids are late for school — and double the penalty if they fail to pay.

Join us on a city safari!

If you live in an apartment, chances are you don’t come across too many species day to day. Thankfully there are places you can go for koalas and crocs.

Cool days out in Darling Harbour

Take advantage of a sunny Sydney day and sail on down to Darling Harbour. There’s plenty to see and do, from the sea creatures at the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium to the lifelike wax figures at Madame Tussauds.

This city is a concrete jungle, so have some fun!

Adventurers of all shapes and sizes can journey through diverse Aussie habitats, swim alongside sea creatures and scale extreme heights without ever leaving the city centre.

Fun day out for the whole family

School holidays are just around the corner and kids aren’t the only ones who are excited. Loosen the tie, kick off the heels and embrace your inner kidult.

Brisbane boy killed in choking ‘game’

THE death of a 13-year-old Brisbane boy in a choking “game” has sparked warnings for parents to educate their children about the dangers of the online craze.

First baby of 2017 was worth the wait

ALMOST five days overdue, Brisbane baby Athena gave her mum quite a scare before finally arriving at 2.23am on New Year’s Day.

Improved technologies fuel IVF baby boom

IN VITRO fertilisation is booming in Queensland, with the number of babies born with the help of reproductive science growing by a whopping 792 per cent.

Babies of the week: Welcome additions to family

EVERY granddaughter is special, but as the first in both her parents’ families, baby Isla was an especially welcome addition.

Sally Faulkner’s heartbreaking new photo

CHRISTMAS was hard enough for Sally Faulkner without two of her children by her side. Now a photo she found on the internet has only made things worse.

Boy refused cancer treatment dies

OSHIN Kiszko, the boy whose parents opposed him receiving treatment for his brain cancer, has died in his mother’s arms.

Do you make your kids kiss relos?

IS IT innocent to encourage our kids to hug or kiss their relatives, or should it be avoided to protect their future well-being?

Tot’s brain exposed after fall from couch

EDDIE Kidd’s little life changed forever when he tried “to fly” off his couch at home and hit his head on the floor, leaving him with half a skull.

Disabled teen ‘told’ to perform oral sex

THE parents of an Australian boy are horrified after their son was ‘instructed’ to perform a sex act on another disabled student on a school bus, according to ABC’s 7.30.

Nine is too much for Christmas? Think again

AND you thought the family from Eight is Enough had it tough. A Queensland family has gone one better. Here’s how they survive Christmas.

Cancer mum welcomes miracle baby

ELLE Halliwell bravely postponed her cancer treatment. After giving birth to a healthy boy, she is ready for her next big challenge.

UK green lights three-parent babies

CONTROVERSIAL three-parent baby treatments for inherited diseases have been given the go-ahead in the UK.

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Breaking Two dead in Swan River plane crash

UPDATE: TONIGHT'S Australia Day Skyworks display has been cancelled after two people died following a plane crash into the Swan River in front of thousands of shocked onlookers. LATEST NEWS, PICTURES

Packed house Perth BBL final sold out

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 24: The Scorchers huddle before taking to the field during the Big Bash League match between the Perth Scorchers and the Melbourne Stars at the WACA on January 24, 2017 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

SATURDAY’S Big Bash League final at the WACA Ground is officially a sell-out, with tickets getting snapped up in just over an hour.

Aus Day scorcher Perth sizzles to 42 degrees

A boat flies an Australian flag along the Swan River in front of the city. Australia Day on the South Perth Foreshore. 26 JANUARY 2016. Picture: Danella Bevis The West Australian

PERTH has recorded the hottest Australia Day in almost four decades reaching a scorching 42 just after 2pm.

Emergency Severe bushfire threatens South West

Fire crews are dealing with a blaze north-east of Perth.

AN out-of-control and unpredictable bushfire is threatening lives and homes in Gwindinup, in the Shire of Capel, in the state's South West.

Scary moment Family foils Kings Park kidnap attempt

Police are appealing for information about an attempted abduction in Kings Park.

POLICE are looking for a man who attempted to abduct a four-year-old boy as he played at Perth's Kings Park with his family earlier this week.

Kicking back Australia Day, WA style

Kim Athanassiou’s dog Georgie enjoying Mosman dog beach on Australia Day. Picture: Kim Athanassiou

FROM the slopes of Everest to the humble BBQ, many and varied are the ways that West Aussies are spending Australia Day. PIC SPECIAL | WHAT'S ON IN PERTH

Indecent dealing Man sought over Baldivis incident

WA Police would like to speak to this man.

POLICE have released images of a man they would like to speak to in relation to an incident involving two school girls at a Perth park.

Holiday islands 'Our own tropical paradise'

TRA Travel pics. Cocos Islands. West Island. 12 July, 2014. Pic. Iain Gillespie.

THE WA government is in talks with the Commonwealth about making Cocos and Keeling islands part of the state.

Oz Day Wanneroo hosted largest citizenship ceremony

Group of People Waving Australian Flags in Back Lit

THE City of Wanneroo in Perth's northern suburbs has hosted Australia's largest citizenship ceremony for the fourth year in a row with 800 residents from 49 countries becoming citizens today.

Watch and act Forest fire burning out of control

DFES Aerial Intelligence images showing the bushfire in the western part of Julimar State forest, Shire of Toodyay

UPDATE: POLICE are investigating the circumstances of an out-of-control fire burning in state forest north-east of Perth which has destroyed 310 hectares. One man is assisting police with inquiries.