Australia Family News

Transport option added for opening day of Bleach* Surfing the Fringe festival

An array of children’s theatre, music and cultural events announced for 2012 Gold Coast Surf Festival

Australians from all walks of life are set to celebrate National Camping Day by participating in the Great Aussie Camp Out (GACO) on Saturday 15th October.

Spirituality and enlightenment just got a makeover: this radical and funny book reveals that motherhood is a spiritual path - possibly the most direct and unrelenting path there is, and that the meaning of 'enlightenment' has been misunderstood.

Australians from all walks of life are set to celebrate National Camping Day by participating in the Great Aussie Camp Out (GACO) on Saturday 15th October.

From Rock to Classic All Music. announced the release of FRC All Music, a new web platform which aims to bring together all music Industry stakeholders, like Musicians, Producers, Labels, Venus and Fans alike.

The Murundhu dharaa birthing centre in Orange, NSW enables women to experience a family-centred birth in a safe, comfortable and beautiful environment while receiving high quality care by a qualified midwife.

New book shows students how to study correctly using a tested and proven 8-step method that incorporates self-testing and practicing retrieval.

Car accidents, kids, Canada and comedy...comedian Jenny Wynter's life story is full of twists, turns and soon...the Melbourne Fringe Festival stage!

Gold Coast Whale Watching Pty Ltd was established as the Gold Coast’s first whale watching company and specialize in small group close encounters of the majestic Humpback Whales.

Transport option added for opening day of Bleach* Surfing the Fringe festival

Having a baby brings out the most precious feeling which is incomparable to any other feeling. Watching them grow and develop in front of your eyes will let you discover that each infant is different and their care has to be individualized.

An array of children’s theatre, music and cultural events announced for 2012 Gold Coast Surf Festival

In this day and age of peer pressures, bad social media influences and the significant changing of the traditional family unit’s culture and design, building a families’ self-worth has become quite a challenge.

In today’s era of familial challenges, where starting a family entails facing constant demands and challenges, practical parenting advices and parenting tips have never been more welcome and needed by starter parents.

Imagine sitting in a hospital emergency ward unable to swallow anything including your own saliva. Believing you were about to die… and that was only the beginning of the worst nightmare you could imagine. This wasn't a dream. This was real.

Are you looking for a wonderful spot to enjoy a picnic on Christmas Day? Tasmania’s leading cultural heritage tourist attraction, the Port Arthur Historic Site, will be open from 9.00am until 3.30pm on December 25.

Many women still feel uncomfortable breast feeding in public unless they are using a breastfeeding cover, according to business owner and mum Janell Fowler.

In the lead up to, during and after Christmas, Barnardos is busier than any other time of year and the charity relies heavily on Christmas toy donations and cash donations through its annual Star of Wonder Appeal: www.barnardos.org.au/starofwonder

These days, parents are into multitasking, so they need some kind of equipment that will help them hold their infant safe even when they are doing other jobs. Baby carriers are a great choice because they will let your baby be safe at all times.

Starting a family is not as easy as it looks, more so, being a parent. In these modern times, with all its constant demands and challenges, parents would be wiser to arm themselves with every bit of practical parenting advices and parenting tips.

The Perfect Relationship - 10 Steps to Long-Term Relationship Magic, by Australian personal growth author Astra Niedra, makes it to No 1 in the Relationships chart in Norway's iBookstore and is in the Top 10 in Non Fiction

Many families considering IVF have missed their chance after Medicare assistance was cut last year. Sunshine Coast Mum Tania Griffin discusses the hardships and costs associated with IVF and the stress mothers now face without additional funding.

Key Assets has announced the launch of a range of disability services for young people and families in Western Australia, complementing its existing foster care services.

Weight gain continues to be the most common complaint among oral contraceptive users and many women are now turning to the natural fertility alternative of Lady-Comp devices to maintain optimal health and weight.

In excess of 6500 Australians camped out overnight on Saturday 15th October as part of the annual Great Aussie Camp Out (GACO), smashing the 2010 numbers by over 2000.

A new website can help depression sufferers find and treat the underlying cause of their depression. The website, www.gethelpfordepression.info contains questionnaires and information on 13 common biochemical causes of depression

Nourish Skin Oil has undergone clinical trials & results have shown an 81% improvement in reduction of stretch marks, 77% change in disappearance of old scars & almost 100% reduction in uneven skin tone

Australians from all walks of life are set to celebrate National Camping Day by participating in the Great Aussie Camp Out (GACO) on Saturday 15th October.

Spirituality and enlightenment just got a makeover: this radical and funny book reveals that motherhood is a spiritual path - possibly the most direct and unrelenting path there is, and that the meaning of 'enlightenment' has been misunderstood.

Australians from all walks of life are set to celebrate National Camping Day by participating in the Great Aussie Camp Out (GACO) on Saturday 15th October.

Ozbabyexpress offers all the baby products that are necessary in order to ensure a healthy and safe life for your baby.

The Port Arthur Historic Site offering FREE ENTRY for kids accompanied by the family (2 adults and up to six children under 18) on Saturdays from 24 September to 17 December.

Developing emotional literacy is key in young children. Emotional Intelligence Education is offering free downloadable emotion cards to visitors for a limited time period.

Family Travel Scoop launches Gordie Gibbon Travel the World Contest. Children of all ages are invited to submit their decorated Gordie Gibbon for a chance to win great prizes!

Starting school can be scary for young children. There are many techniques available to help children to successfully manage start of the school year. Emotional Intelligence Education is providing free resources to start the school year positively.

Family Travel Scoop launches downloadable children’s travel guides to over 30 destinations around the world. Encourage children to learn about the culture of the country they are visiting while on holiday.

Finding truly unique mementos of a baby’s first months has, until now, been limited to photographs and videos. Kiddie Casts custom-made Baby Hand & Feed Sculptures, however, a brief moment in time is now able to be captured and treasured forever.

From Rock to Classic All Music. announced the release of FRC All Music, a new web platform which aims to bring together all music Industry stakeholders, like Musicians, Producers, Labels, Venus and Fans alike.

Author Wendy Healy-Hindmarch enchants both young and adult readers with her new book, Taeh Goes to the Vet. The book is based on a Dalmatian dog that learns to face fears during a visit to the vet. It is the first edition to an exciting new series.

Are you aware of the benefits of carrying your precious infant in a baba sling? If you have never really considered this baby care tool, please allow me to point out some interesting benefits.

The Bamboo Bubby Bag is made from 70% bamboo and 30% organic cotton which makes it perfect for any baby from size 000-2+. This is a very unique and clever design that will help keep your child comfortable throughout the year.

White Balloon Day on Sept 7 (during Child Protection Week 4–11 Sept) is the initiative of Bravehearts Inc. and the only national annual campaign taking the fight against child sexual assault to every corner of Australia.

Adopt Sumatran twins through the Australian Orangutan Project

Technology incorporated in pet accessories has made it easier for the pet lovers to keep their pets safer. Amazing lounger bed is one of the safest bed ever made for your pet dog.

A fictional band, 70’s punk, hip hop, hi tops and stickers all play a roll in Monster Baby’s new Rockstar Renegades series of infant, toddler and kids clothing

Life Like Touring and Nick Jr. have just announced the final performances of the smash hit children’s musical – NICK JR.’s DORA THE EXPLORER LIVE! SEARCH FOR THE CITY OF LOST TOYS – now playing in all states of Australia.

The Murundhu dharaa birthing centre in Orange, NSW enables women to experience a family-centred birth in a safe, comfortable and beautiful environment while receiving high quality care by a qualified midwife.

Oz Baby Express (Australia’s leading online baby store) announces competition to win $100 Gift voucher for buying any product

New book shows students how to study correctly using a tested and proven 8-step method that incorporates self-testing and practicing retrieval.

Car accidents, kids, Canada and comedy...comedian Jenny Wynter's life story is full of twists, turns and soon...the Melbourne Fringe Festival stage!

With the release of the last Harry Potter film quickly approaching Wordwaves.com celebrates magic with quotes and sayings.

Gold Coast Whale Watching Pty Ltd was established as the Gold Coast’s first whale watching company and specialize in small group close encounters of the majestic Humpback Whales.

Modern discipline techniques are designed to make parents feel good about themselves when forced to intervene in their child’s behavior, but do little to effect change or produce a well-behaved child

Ever wondered if work at home mums can make a living with an online business? Online shopping has definitely changed its face, as these mums have proved! Meet 7 amazing designers who have used their creative skills for business at home with bubs.

Swimsuits in hot prints for cool kids offering Maximum Sun Protection.

Childhood, once a fleeting life stage is now available as a permanent lifestyle choice but at what cost? ‘Leaving Neverland’ (Why Little Boys Shouldn’t Run Big Corporations) weighs up the costs, delightfully skewers and offers a timely solution

MyColourCup has been named one of Australia’s 100 most innovative products, in one of the largest and most audacious innovation awards of its kind in Australia – the Anthill Magazine ‘SMART 100’ Index.

The Living Legacy Project aims save the living history of our time before the people who made it (our parents and grandparents) pass on.To achieve this an army of Personal Legacy Advisors will be recruited to assist both families and the community.

ewan™ the dream sheep by easidream®, the baby sleep aid recently crowned the winner in the kids category of the UK Gift of the Year Awards 2011, will be available for the first time in Australia via online retailer My Little Angel.