At the centre of the petition is the case of an allied health worker who has lived in Australia since 2018 and worked as a physiotherapist since 2019, including in regional areas with workforce shortages.

These situations are often less about those involved “behaving badly” and more about emotions running high. This goes for kids and adults.

Some students will be overjoyed with their ATARs and will be happy to share them publicly.

Kids often need encouragement to do the right thing, even when they absolutely do not feel like doing it.

Parks provide opportunities for children to engage in risky play and develop independence and problem-solving skills.

Many kids learn about their parents financial difficulties this way. Something they’ve always been able to have is suddenly denied them. The penny drops.

Inept care is when a parent provides some type of help, but the care provided does not meet the needs of the child.

Even if you haven’t encountered this exact situation, just thinking about it might raise your hackles.

One of the major factors influencing children’s decision to quit sport is pressure from others (parents, coaches and peers).

While schools are responsible for ensuring a safe environment, parents are likely to be distressed and unsure about what to do if their child is being bullied.