Celebration and Events

Dr Katrina Clifford Helping Change Problematic College Cultures for Women

International Women’s Day (IWD), Tuesday 8 March, is an opportunity to celebrate women but also to lament about how women have been treated.

Watoto Children’s Choir Will Bring You Joy This Christmas

Watoto is “children” in Swahili. The group uses song and dance to raise awareness about orphaned and vulnerable children in Africa.

12 Christmas Gift Ideas to Turn a Stranger’s 2021 Around

Here are 12 Christmas gift ideas to give back to the community and make a world of difference in the life of someone you don’t even know.

‘Sit. Stay. Love.’ – It’s All Puppy Love in This Australian-Made Christmas Movie

Filmed during the pandemic, this sweet, charming tale wraps up a trying year with levity and hope, according to Australian star Ezekiel Simat.

Movie Challenge: Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving movies the whole family will love, now all you had to do is decide what to watch first….and cook the popcorn.

The Queen’s Sombre 2021 Birthday Celebration

The Queen’s big day was in April, so why is it celebrated in June? And what’s in store this year, in the wake of Prince Philip’s death?

‘Lion’ Mother Sue Brierley Insists Mothering is a Role to Be Shared

Sue Brierley has used her own childhood to relate to the hardships faced by her sons, Saroo and Mantosh, and shares her story in ‘Lioness’.

What You Need to Know About Anzac Day This Year

Here’s what’s happening around the country to honour our ANZACs this year. It looks a little different for each state and territory.

Easy Palm Cross Activity to Do with Kids This Easter

Learn how to make a palm cross for Palm Sunday with these easy step-by-step instructions – a fun hands on craft activity you can do with kids.

Tuning in Together for #ChangeTheHeart

This year a national moment has emerged – a time to pray in unison by Tuning in Together to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.

Send Hope – Pack a Gift-Filled Shoebox for Operation Christmas Child

Packing a shoebox sends a message of hope, letting kids know that God loves them and has not forgotten them during this time of fear and uncertainty.

Australia is the World Record Holder of the Largest Christmas Light Display!

The record for the largest Christmas light display is held by David Richards who hung over 120 kilometres of lights across a downtown Canberra Mall.

Teaching Our Kids to Be Thankful in Everything

Four ways to build your anxious or disappointed kids’ character and positive mindset through gratitude over the coming weeks.

Home Will Be the Hero: Creating a Safe Place for Our Tweens and Teens

Leading up to Australia’s National Day of Thanks, here are simple actions that all parents can take to ensure home becomes a breeding ground for resilience.

Australians Prepare to Mark Anzac Day On Their Driveways at 6am

Australians are preparing to mark Anzac Day from their driveways, after the cancellation of all public Anzac gatherings due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Banjo Paterson’s Forgotten ANZAC Role: One of the Least-Known Parts of His Life

Omitted from his famous poems is the lesser known fact that the Light Horses in the famous 1917 Battle of Beersheba were trained by Banjo Paterson.

What Seeing Jesus Tomb Taught Me About His Resurrection

There are two sites in Jerusalem where Jesus’ tomb may have been. Both have enough archaeological evidence to warrant their claims.

6 Fun Things You Can Still Do This Easter Weekend

Let’s not let the restrictions that COVID-19 brings, stop us from celebrating Easter with your family or household in fun and creative ways.