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Product recall sparks concern in Newcastle mum

News Olivia Arigho - May 28, 2026

A recent recall of a children’s teether has sparked concerns among Newcastle parents about microplastics and the safety of everyday products.

Hunter dads offered support to strengthen family relationships

Community Olivia Arigho - February 3, 2026

Family Support Newcastle, in partnership with Thou-Walla Family Centre, is coordinating the free Understanding Dads group.

Meryl Swanson ‘welcomes the babies’ with open arms

Community Olivia Arigho - September 20, 2025

Families are invited to come together this month for a very special occasion, the first Welcoming the Babies event.

Urgent Hunter appeal to help families with nappy stress

News Olivia Arigho - May 21, 2025

The Nappy Collective has launched a nationwide appeal to collect 500,000 nappies by 23 May to ease rising "stress" impacting thousands of Australians.

How to get your Premier’s $150 Back to School vouchers

News Rebecca Riddle - December 15, 2022

Parents, guardians and carers, including foster carers - Don't miss your $150 Premier’s Back to School NSW Vouchers.

Record numbers of parents calling for help

Community Rebecca Riddle - November 11, 2021

Parenting group record 51% increase in calls to its national helpline - commending parents for seeking support.

Popular website heads in new direction

Community Emma Murphy - August 13, 2020

Reena Bilen is open about her experience of motherhood – a period she describes as one of the happiest, yet most challenging times of her life. “I was lonely, and life started to...

Webinar to explore the social media world

News Nicole Somerville - August 5, 2020

A new webinar is set to unpack the social media and digital world for parents and carers across the Hunter. Hosted by headspace Newcastle, the educational online program will feature social media expert...

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