The ability to listen is one of the keys to effective communication[more]

Energy, and how we use it, is one of the most important issues of our time[more]

It's often believed that eating lots of sugar makes kids hyperactive, but is this really true? [more]

Bullying among students can be a significant challenge for schools to tackle, particularly when they are hidden[more]

Asthma needn't stop students enjoying regular physical activity as long as it is managed well[more]

Research suggests that schools can help students develop a stronger bones and a healthier future by encouraging growing bodies to be physically active[more]

Playing sport and being active at school is great for students' health and well being. But how do we make sure they play safe and are protected?[more]

Schools are at the front line when it comes to dealing with serious food allergies. So what do teachers and carers need to know?[more]

Good fitness when you're younger means you're less likely to develop type 2 diabetes as you get older[more]

What do you need to know before your school enters an organised, mass cycling event?[more]

Could wireless computer games help children increase their activity levels?[more]

What do Australian children see as being important to their health and well being? A NSW study provides valuable insights[more]

New Australian studies suggest that adults are turning a blind eye to the growing overweight and obesity problem among children[more]

Making lunches nutritious and banning lollies, buns and sweetened drinks can have a significant impact on student health at your school[more]

Child health experts have warned that children taking part in competitive sports are at risk of burnout and overuse injuries[more]

No one wants their children to get hurt but experts are now suggesting that not allowing them to play outside may be doing them harm[more]

Evidence is mounting of the important role schools can play in combating the obesity epidemic[more]

Physical activity is important for everyone but there are a number of reasons why girls may feel less inclined to participate in organised sport than boys[more]

Should parents worry if their child is overweight? How serious an issue is excess weight in children and young people?[more]

Expanding portion sizes have been identified as one of the key causes of the obesity epidemic. What is a reasonable portion size?[more]

Boiling veggies like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and cabbage robs them of their cancer-fighting properties, according to new research[more]

Regular physical activity can help every child lead a healthier, more rounded life. But for some children, particularly those with disabilities, a special effort needs to be made[more]

What can schools and other interested adults do to help combat the childhood obesity epidemic? Experts have provided a checklist[more]

Helping children to get physical might mean matching their personalities to activities[more]

Aussie kids are consuming two to four times the recommended amounts of unhealthy snack foods, a new study has revealed[more]