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Buying a student laptop: Your complete guide for 2023

Most schools in Australia require high school students to bring your own device (BYOD). In other words: They are going to need a laptop. When I had to buy a student laptop for my eldest daughter I felt overwhelmed by...

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Where to buy cheap school uniform online in Australia

The new school year of 2023 is looming and the race is on to get everything your kids need for the start of term, most importantly, the right school uniform and school shoes. I prefer buying school uniform online as...

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Find the best back to school deals in Australia 2023

With the new school year starting soon after Christmas, you are gonna want bang for your buck when it comes to back-to-school deals. I get it! And am here to help you keep the cost of back-to-school 2023 down. As...

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10 Pencil cases to help your kids look forward to school

One of the best ways to get your kids to look forward to going to school, is to get them the perfect pencil case. And boy, are there plenty to choose from! Check out our list of super cool pencil...

Food

50+ Easy recipes for healthy after school snacks

If you have a child of school age, you will know how hungry they are at the end of the school day. They would eat ANYTHING. The worry is that if you don’t have something healthy and yummy ready to...

Money

Back to school costs and how to stop them sky rocketing

With Christmas over and bank accounts still reeling, back to school costs are the last thing we need as the 2023 school year draws nearer. Yet, starting (or returning) to school, comes at a price. The question is: “How can...

Education

5 Essential tips for your child’s first year at school

Your child’s first year at school is a big milestone. It’s the beginning of a great adventure into their school years, but it can also be a time of challenge and change. As a parent, it’s also completely normal to...

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10 Back to school tips for separated and divorced parents

Getting organised for back to school is like a military operation, especially if you have more than one child. So, if you are co-parenting with your children’s father, you are forgiven for feeling a tad overwhelmed. Getting the school routine...

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Pro tips on how to name kids’ school stuff

Getting your kids ready for school with everything they need for a successful year is a huge mission. Ensuring it makes it home again at the end of each day is even bigger. Labelling your kids many school items is...