How Long Does it Take to Become a Foster Carer?
Becoming a foster carer is one of the most meaningful decisions you can make. But how long does it take? Find out what’s involved in the process.
Keeping kids and teens entertained while you’re at home
Being stuck at home all day doesn’t have to be boring! Here are some great virtual experiences, activities and printouts to keep the kids (and maybe even yourself) entertained while in lockdown.
- Melbourne Zoo live cams
- Melbourne Museum virtual tour
- The San Diego Zoo virtual tour
- Yellowstone National Park virtual tour
- Mars exploration
- Indoor activities for busy toddlers
- Maths and reading games
- Printable worksheets for toddlers to teens
- Geography and animals
- Crafts, activities, mazes, dot to dot
- Daily free science and cooking experiments
- NGV for Kids online
- ABC Education free online learning resources
- Harry Potter at Home; a new online resource from JK Rowling
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International Day of Families 2026: Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing
15 May marks the International Day f Families, a moment for the world to recognise the vital role families play in shaping our societies. The theme for 2026 is “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing” – highlighting that strong families are the foundation of strong communities.
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