Prep & Primary Kids

Why early speech therapy can help your child thrive

May 21, 2026

If you have started to notice that your child is struggling to be understood, using fewer words than expected, or becoming frustrated when trying to communicate, it can be worrying. Many parents spot these signs early but are unsure whether to “wait and see” or seek support. This was the…

At‑home fun for kids: Easy ways to connect and play inside

Mar 5, 2026

When floods, fires or other disruptions leave the ground soggy, buggy or unsafe, families often find themselves spending more time indoors. Even if you can’t head outside, connection and play don’t have to stop. In fact, these moments can be perfect for slowing down and enjoying simple inside play for…

Starting the school year strong: 4 tips for helping kids start school well

Jan 22, 2026

The start of a new school year can feel both exciting and overwhelming, but these simple strategies shared by Outback Futures occupational therapist Georgie can help make the transition a little smoother for the whole family and help kids start school well. Find a routine Consistency is key when it…

Helping your child cope after a disaster

Apr 1, 2025

Natural disasters and tragic events can be unsettling for everyone, especially babies and young children. After a disaster, you might notice your child: These are normal reactions to stress, and with reassurance and stability, your child will begin to feel safe again. Ways you can help your child cope after…

Start the school year strong

Jan 30, 2024

Want to help your kids start the school year strong? Here’s four ways to set up for a positive and successful year. Join the Outback Futures team for this webinar recording and learn 4 ways you can help your kids and teens start the school year strong: Part way through the school year?…

The value of values for our kids and teens 

Sep 26, 2023

Knowing their values can help our children make choices and decisions, and bounce forward through tough times.  In a world full of options and opportunity, helping our kids and teens know their values is a great way to set them up for making choices and decisions. In this webinar our psychologist Gavin…

5 ways to unlock your child’s potential 

Aug 31, 2023

Helping our kids build a growth mindset is a key way to help unlock their potential.  Encouraging our kids to build a growth mindset helps them bounce forward through tough times. In this webinar, Maree, one of our speech pathologists, shares 5 ways to encourage a growth mindset and help…

Helping kids manage their emotions 

Aug 31, 2023

Knowing how to manage our emotions is a valuable life skill for all of us, especially our kids and teens.   When we help our children understand the different emotions they experience, why they occur, and how to handle them, they’re empowered to navigate tough times with confidence. In this webinar…

Help your child have a great start in life 

Jun 27, 2023

Giving our kids a great start in life creates a solid foundation for their wellbeing through childhood and into adulthood  Science shows that the first few years of life are when the brain develops the fastest. In our recent webinar, our Speech Pathologist Sunshine shared some practical tips to help…

Routines are a parenting superpower  

Jun 13, 2023

Routines might sound dull and boring, but they can become your parenting superpower.  Routines help create structure, consistency and confidence for our kids and teens to thrive. In this webinar, Occupational Therapist Georgie shares how establishing, integrating and strengthening routines can become your parenting superpower.   Listen on Spotify or your favourite…