If you’re anything like us, the Christmas season rolls around and suddenly you’re trying to think of a gift for that one person who already has everything. This year, we’ve got a gift idea that feels a little more meaningful than another voucher or another pair of slippers. Tickets are now on sale for our […]
Starting school is a big milestone for children and families. While learning letters and numbers is important, kindergarten teachers agree that one of the most valuable skills for school readiness is self-regulation. Self-regulation is a child’s ability to manage big feelings, emotions, and behaviours in different situations. It helps children cope with challenges, follow routines,
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Autism Advisory & Support Service are proud to announce our 2025 AASS Westfield Local Hero – Shari Rao! As a Support Unit Assistant Principal, Shari brings unmatched knowledge, experience, and compassion to her role. Her mission is clear: to ensure every student feels valued, supported, and included. Through her leadership, Tower Street has embraced a
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Watching your young adult grow into their own can be a proud and emotional journey. For many parents and carers, there comes a time when you start wondering what the next step looks like. You might be thinking about work skills, confidence, independence and how your child can build these in a space that understands
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Christmas shopping can feel overwhelming, but finding the right gift does not have to be. At Somewhere Nice OpShop & Café, every purchase gives back in a meaningful way. When you choose a gift from our store, whether it is for family, friends or teachers, you are also supporting our Inclusive Employment Pathways programs. These
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There’s nothing quite like an Aussie summer. Long days, salty hair, and kids running around in the sunshine. But as lovely as it is, the summer heat can be harsh, and a few simple habits can make all the difference in keeping our families safe and comfortable. We all know how quickly the sun can
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Our friends at Koorana Child and Family Services are opening a brand-new preschool in Bass Hill, and they’re inviting families, professionals and community members to come and take a look. Koorana is a purpose-driven, community-based non-profit organisation that’s been supporting children and families since 1976. They offer a wide range of services across Sydney, including
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Ah, pasta… The carb-loaded cuddle in a bowl most of us could enjoy after a long day!On October 25 each year, the world unites in a glorious, glutenous celebration known as World Pasta Day! A delicious day dedicated to the swirly, saucy joy that is pasta. The History of Pasta Before you get stuck into
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The Music 4 Health concert, with members of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, is always our favourite event of the year. Over the years, the concert has evolved in format, with different styles of performances and new approaches to engaging children and families. Despite these changes, the joy it brings remains just as strong as it
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Children’s Week 2025 is just around the corner, running from 18 to 26 October, and the Advocate for Children and Young People (ACYP) is inviting young artists across New South Wales to participate in the annual Art Competition. This year’s theme, “Everyone should know about children’s rights,” is inspired by Article 42 of the United
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