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Best board games by decade
We have collected a list of our favourite releases by decade for you to add to your growing pile of games.
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Big jump in trampoline injuries despite safety measures
With safety nets, covered springs and extra padding, it's easy to believe trampolines are much safer now than they were for previous generations of children.
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Why I am sad Toys R Us has closed its doors for the last time
I will miss walking through those doors, with my memories of my children beside me.
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Why I bonded with my son over retro gaming
The worrying trend of online gaming is relatively new to me.
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Why I'm saying no to Coles Little Shop collectibles
I'm dreading going near a Coles store between now and the end of August.
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Top toys 20 years ago and now
There's one toy that's perennially popular.
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Top five buys from the Aldi wooden toy sale
Sale starts Wednesday, June 20.
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Beyond pink and blue: the quiet rise of gender-neutral toys
Ken dolls with a 'man bun'. Female superhero action figures. At long last, the gendered distinctions of the pink and blue toy aisles are starting to break down.
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Toys 'R' Us Australia goes into voluntary administration
Toys 'R' Us Australia has gone into voluntary administration months after the US and British retail giant's collapse.
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The top 5 products for kids at the ALDI camping sale
See our top picks for kids.
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80s kids rejoice - the original My Little Ponies are back
The popular franchise is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year - and they're doing so in style.
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Polly Pockets are re-launching - but not everyone loves the new look
What do you think of the new designs?
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The top 10 schoolbag essentials for kids
Get the kids ready for school with these must-haves.
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