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Two baboons grooming each other in a zoo enclosure, showcasing their social behavior and bond.

A fond farewell to Adelaide Zoo’s Chappi

Families visiting Adelaide Zoo over the past two decades may remember spotting a particularly cheeky baboon with bold eyebrows, stuffed cheeks full of popcorn, and a commanding presence — that was Chappi, and she was truly one of a kind.

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GP reveals top 5 questions worried parents ask him

As winter illnesses in kids spike across the nation, new data from telehealth provider Updoc reveals digital health is fast becoming a first port-of-call for busy parents. Across June and July, 1 in 20 consultations on the entire platform were from parents on behalf of their children.

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School children and teachers.

Discover School of the Nativity this Open Week

Choosing the right school for your child can feel overwhelming. You may be thinking about: Will my child feel safe and supported? Will they be challenged in the right ways? What sets one school apart from another? This August, the School of the Nativity welcomes you to join a Principal’s Tour as part of Catholic Schools Open Week where you can see how students interact, how teachers guide learning, and how the school day flows.

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The School of the Nativity: A small school with big facilities

The year 1982 was one of big thinking and big ideas. Steven Spielberg’s E.T was a worldwide hit in movie theatres, Advance Australia Fair replaced God Save The Queen as our national anthem, blue eyeshadow and shoulder pads were in and the controversial breakfast spread Vegemite, turned 60. So why the nostalgic recap? Well, there was another big thinking idea taking shape in Aberfoyle Park during this time, with the opening of a new schooling set up.

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Why stepping outside the classroom matters more than ever in middle school

It happens in a moment. A student halfway up a rock face pauses, frozen by fear and doubt. Below, an instructor calmly encourages: “Take a breath, look around, and take the next step.” The student exhales, refocuses, and reaches the top—exhausted, but transformed. These quiet turning points—part challenge, part breakthrough—are common in outdoor education. And for students in the middle years of schooling, they’re more than just powerful memories. They’re moments of growth.

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Strengthening community connections

At the School of the Nativity, the strength of our community lies in crafting learning opportunities throughout the year that truly connect our families. From playgroup to whole-school celebrations that honour shared experience, it’s about dedicating time to think outside the box and find what brings people together.

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