Kimberly Gillan
Kimberly Gillan is a Melbourne journalist who covers wellbeing, social trends, parenting and travel.
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On an early date, Sammy introduced Rachael to his sport. Now, he’s her Olympic coach
Olympic breaker Rachael Gunn needs Samuel Free to be her husband some days, her coach others. The two aren’t always the same.
- by Kimberly Gillan
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‘A teachable moment’: The only upside to your kids missing out on Taylor Swift tickets
Experts share the best thing parents can say to kids and teens who are disappointed right now.
- by Kimberly Gillan
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The achievement gap: Countering poverty’s profound influence on educational outcomes
We often associate poverty with a lack of food or housing, but for the 1.2 million Australian children and young people currently experiencing disadvantage, their circumstances can contribute to them falling behind at school.
- by Kimberly Gillan
January can be the loneliest month. Here’s how to cope
The summer holidays can feel isolating if you don’t have any plans.
- by Kimberly Gillan
Mum’s the word: The joy and importance of holidays without kids
It’s often difficult for mothers to plan solo trips, but psychologists agree they’re well worth it.
- by Kimberly Gillan
The five questions to help you decide what to do after year 12
Five Australians share how they finally found career clarity, despite some false starts.
- by Kimberly Gillan
Do we really need a ‘sense of purpose’ to live a happy life?
It’s not taught at school, and it’s rarely something we discover by accident. So, why are life coaches so adamant we find our purpose?
- by Kimberly Gillan
Should grandparents be paid to help out around the house?
Older generations have a lot to offer young families. So, why aren’t they being compensated?
- by Kimberly Gillan
What is the appropriate age to talk to kids about sex?
According to experts, there’s no such thing as being “too young” for sex education.
- by Kimberly Gillan
The single best way to cut your food bills (and up your health)
Up your legume game with these tips to embrace cooking with budget-friendly lentils, chickpeas and beans.
- by Kimberly Gillan
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What to do when you have the flu
A bit of self-care goes a long way when coping with influenza.
- by Kimberly Gillan