Every school holidays I sit down with the bank app and try to work out where the money went. A vacation care booking here, a Movie World ticket there, three days of “can we just get Maccas” — and somehow four weeks off school has cost more than the mortgage. If that sounds familiar, you’re […]
OSHC costs – How much do you pay for before and after school care in Australia?
OSHC (Outside School Hours Care) costs vary depending on your provider, your state, and how much Child Care Subsidy (CCS) your family is eligible for. In this article, you can find out how much before school care, after school care and vacation care typically cost in Australia, and how much CCS can bring that down. […]
Vacation Care Costs: How Much You’ll Pay By State
Vacation care covers supervised full-day childcare for school-age children during term breaks, and it’s one of the least-understood costs in the Australian childcare system — the price varies significantly by state, and the Child Care Subsidy doesn’t reduce the bill as much as most families expect. This article breaks down current vacation care costs across […]
25 of the Greatest Australian Mummy Blogs (That We Actually Read)
If you’ve ever sat up scrolling at 11pm because the toddler finally went down and you needed five minutes of “someone else gets it” — this list is for you. At School Holidays Australia, we spend a lot of time thinking about what to do with kids during the break, but honestly, a fair bit […]
How to go on a family vacation as a caregiver
Travelling with the kids while looking out for your ageing parents – now that’s a real juggling act, isn’t it? This whole situation calls for some serious planning, tons of patience, and a good dose of understanding for both sides of the generational coin. From making sure your folks are comfy and their medical needs […]
Kids and Performing Arts: A Guide for Parents
Interview with Josephine Lancuba This week we have the pleasure of chatting with Josephine Lancuba, the Director of the Musical Makers Club in Sydney and a Performing Arts Business Coach. She has spent over a decade programming creative experiences and events for kids. Keep reading to find out: The Benefits of Performing Arts for Kids Q: As […]
Passport Photo of Infant – How to take a baby ID photo with your phone
What do you need to get started? Materials required: application form, baby’s birth certificate, 2 baby photos, one parent’s citizenship certificate/Australian passport, and driver’s license. If one parent is already an Australian citizen, there is no need to submit the baby’s citizenship certificate. Where can you get the application form? The application forms are in […]
Top Reasons Why Children Cut Their Hair and How you can Address Them
Understanding why children cut their hair can be a challenging task for many parents. While some may do it out of curiosity or boredom, others may cut their hair as a coping mechanism for stress or anxiety. As a parent, it is important to address the underlying cause of this behaviour in a compassionate and […]
How do Working Parents Cope with School Holidays?
As a working parent, the school holidays can be a challenging time. With the kids out of school and work still demanding your attention, it can feel like an impossible balancing act. However, with a little bit of planning and preparation, it’s possible to successfully manage the school holidays and maintain a healthy work-life balance. […]
How do you raise a happy teens?
The parenting journey has never been an easy one. From the first day your baby arrives, you are thrown into a world of change with no idea what’s coming next in this crazy thing called life–but don’t worry! There will always be those moments where everything feels right and whole again; they’re just few-orem kai […]