Westpac wants a million Aussies to leave city life behind... and move to the regions. And, if you could redesign your work to suit the demands of your life, what would you change? Also, the towns that realised if they wanted something, they were going to have to build it themselves. Plus, younger people's habits may be sounding the death knell for nightclubs.

We're a day away from the end of Dry July. Has it got you thinking about going teetotal for good? And, there is another case of alleged abuse inside a childcare centre. Now some parents are petitioning to use their childcare subsidy for nannies, au pairs or even grandparents. Plus, they cause pollution that leads to hundreds of premature deaths a year... but is that enough to get us to give up wood burning heaters?

Is it worth giving up some of our privacy to keep kids safer online? And could an extra long weekend be good for our collective mental health? Plus, the impact of famous faces in advertising. Also, the benefits of being a board game family.  

The power of the word "cancer". And, why mainstream school isn't working for many families. Plus, how ABC finance guru Alan Kohler manages his money. Also, what one woman gained by taking a break from looking at her own reflection.

Parents today have a greater awareness of the importance of supporting kids' mental health and emotional needs. But in an era of information overload, how do you navigate the best way forward? And, what's appropriate behaviour at a funeral?

Why are homeless rates in Australia getting worse and what can we do about it? And, the controversy surrounding fashion label Princess Polly being given B Corp Certification. Plus, an AI influencer is making waves around the world. Should we be worried?

A new report found almost one quarter of HR professionals now classify workers aged 51 to 55 as "older". Plus, so-called "appointment television" is dwindling around the world... so who controls the remote in your home? And, what are the ethics of visiting a tragic tourism site?

Why many Australians are optimistic about the uses of psychedelic drugs. And, a new Netflix show has used AI to cut costs, leaving fears about job replacement. Plus, why do some people develop a god complex? Also, the fallout from the "Coldplay concert affair."

A new study reveals young workers still face obstacles in the workplace. Plus, is there a healthy way to deal with a relationship ending? And, journalist Monique Ross transformed her life by becoming a basket weaving instructor. Also, why superheroes and dinosaurs keep entertaining us in movies.

Some people decide to make fitness part of their lives as they get older. So, how do you embrace physical activity if you've never been "sporty"? And, what happens when you and your partner have different sleep routines?

Sneaky card surcharges can be frustrating for consumers. But will the RBA's ban mean savings? And, new research about older people and anxiety. Also, how Outback Mike deals with the financial jungle. Plus, dealing with awkward silences.

Some educators say the popularity of mid-term holidays is proving a challenge in classrooms. Plus, the role the YIMBY movement is playing in solving Australia's housing crisis. And, why walking is making a comeback.

How housing prices are locking people out of the market... and locking them into relationships too. And what's behind the viral #GirlDad movement? Plus, are new laws the answer to keeping pets happy? Also, when a brand or identity is called out for bad behaviour and needs to apologise, why don't we usually believe they're remorseful? 

Medical patients may lose their regular GP if they don't have frequent appointments. Also, what's behind Australia's obsession with big tourist attractions? Plus, a new study shows footy umpires are dealing with frightening and violent behaviour. And, have you suffered decision paralysis when it comes to your career?

Are there environments where you consciously or unconsciously hide parts of your identity in order to fit in? And what happens when the dynamics in a blended family of adult step-siblings get spicy?

What is explicit instruction and why are so many Australian schools embracing this? Plus, is it ethical to support a friend in any circumstance? And, should books come with age content guidance?

Many families adopt their own made-up words or odd phrases - it's known as a familect. Plus, there's less stigma around sex nowadays. So why are many young people opting for celibacy? And, if you've been dismissed when you're reaching out for help...all because of the size of your body, you already know the impact of weight stigma.

Is it OK for the teens in your family to crack open a zero-alcohol beer at your Sunday BBQ? Plus, why it's getting so hard to buy a ticket online for your favourite act. And, how does it feel to live somewhere blighted by profound sadness? Also, what happens if you never outgrow sibling rivalry?

You've seen the horrific stories about a man charged with child sexual offences at a daycare in Melbourne over the last week. For parents it's been a heart-wrenching time to drop your child off, and for male educators, it's been a week of tension and mistrust as victim-survivor groups call for a blanket ban on men in childcare. Today, we talk to those at the forefront of this complex and heated issue to help you understand it all. Plus why it's so hard to grieve a best friend, how to get strangers to cooperate on a jury and the science of being cool. 

How did your high school years shape you... and what would you say to your teen self? And in Ask Aunty, should children be seen and not heard?