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20 non-toy holiday gift ideas for kids
Children everywhere have already begun to give serious thought to their holiday wish-list while parents everywhere have already begun to cringe with the realisation that in just a few weeks more toys will be invading their home.
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Five gift wrapping hacks for Christmas
There are two types of people in this world, those who are amazing at wrapping Christmas presents – and the rest.
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Last minute Christmas gift ideas for mums
Time to drop a few hints? These gift ideas won't break the budget - everything is under $50!
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Little boy rings police after thinking the Grinch will steal Christmas
A little boy has single handedly saved Christmas from the Grinch.
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Last minute Christmas gift ideas for dads
In the last minute scramble to the finish line, here are a few ideas under $50 to help buy for the man in your life.
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Last minute Christmas gift ideas for kids
Check in store for these last minute gift ideas for the kids and tweens in your life.
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Top new tech toys for kids this Christmas
Tech has moved faster than ever this year - look how it has transformed the latest toys.
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How to survive Christmas without your children
It can be a difficult time for separated parents.
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