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Confessions of chronic school refusal
Helping anxious students as the start of school approaches Words Jessica Morris School is almost back! And while parents and guardians may be shouting for joy, some students may not feel the same way....
Back-to-school tips
Encourage, support and celebrate your kids! DON’T HAVE A BAD-HAIR DAY My best piece of advice is for boys: Don’t let your mum talk you into a haircut the day before going back to school...
The gift that keeps on giving
In this changing world, God's gift to us remains the same Words Janine and Robert Donaldson In just a few days’ time, it will be Christmas Day! No one can deny that 25 December is one of the mo...
Five ways to survive the holidays
How to make it through, and even enjoy, the festive season Words Jessica Morris It’s that time of year when everything comes to a head. While the holidays are meant to be enjoyed, it’s o...
The gift of resilience
Effectively facing the challenges of the season, and beyond Words Lyn Beasy Every year, Christmas seems to come around sooner than the year before. By the time December arrives, we are already feeling...
Tara raising her voice for youth
Salvos worker named 2021 ACT Young Australian of the Year Words Lauren Martin A Salvation Army case manager has been named the 2021 Australian Capital Territory Young Australian of the Year, and now g...
Don't worry, be joyful
Choosing joy can change the way we look at what is happening around us Do you remember the song, ‘Don’t Worry, Be Happy’ by Bobby McFerrin? It became an instant hit with its catch...
Live, laugh, play
Finding the joy in life, regardless of circumstances Words Chris Reid Let’s be honest, if you were to choose a year to forget, 2020 would be top of the list. Across our nation, people have had...
I finally got there
Trevor with the Salvos' Major Brendan Nottle, at Project 614 in Melbourne (photo taken before COVID-19 social-distancing restrictions). After being retrenched, Trevor struggled with drinking and gambl...
'Tis the season to be lonely
The God of new beginnings and second chances Words Sue Davies It has certainly been a tough year! Restrictions have created ‘distance’ between people. Lockdowns have kept families and fr...