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Back to school
The best BYOD products, school shoes and lunchbox snacks. Plus, advice on health, safety and how to save on back-to-school shopping.
Breakfast & lunchbox ideas
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Babies and kids
Should you buy a Yumbox lunch box?
We review the bento box with a $40-plus price tag and give you tips for how to buy the best lunch box. -
Babies and kids
Lifesaving lunchbox hacks to make back-to-school easy
School lunch shortcuts that will save you time and energy – and which your kids may actually enjoy. -
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Babies and kids
The best juice boxes for lower kJ and no added sugar
We compare the nutrition and ingredients of 30 apple and orange fruit juice boxes from the supermarket. -
Food and drink
Best reusable water bottles
We road-test 14 reusable stainless steel water bottles including Cheeki, Frank Green and Klean Kanteen. -
Food and drink
Which muesli bars are best?
How to choose chocolate-variety muesli bars that are tastiest, healthiest, lunchbox-friendly or best value for money. -
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Babies and kids
Yoghurt pouches for kids review: Yoplait, Vaalia, Aldi & more
Are squeezy yoghurts for children a healthy choice? -
Babies and kids
How to pack a healthy kids' lunch box
Top tips for creating a healthy and enjoyable lunch for your child. -
Food and drink
Reducing waste at home with reusable food covers
The pros and cons of reusable food covers such as beeswax wraps and reusable sandwich bags. -
Food and drink
What’s the best packaged ham?
We review supermarket packaged ham from Don, D’Orsogna, Primo, Coles, Aldi and more. -
Food and drink
What's the best sliced white bread?
We review sliced white bread from Abbott's Village Bakery, Helga's, Mighty Soft, Tip Top, Wonder White, Aldi and more. -
Food and drink
What's the best shredded cheese?
We review supermarket shredded cheese from Aldi, Coles, Woolworths, Devondale, Mil Lel, Perfect Italiano and more. -
Babies and kids
Children's breakfast cereal review
We compare 34 kids' cereals, including offerings from Kellogg's, Sanitarium, Nestlé and more. -
Home and living
Juicer reviews
We test more than 40 juicers including models from Breville, Sunbeam, Hurom, Oscar and Kuvings, and compare them for yield and ease of use -
Food and drink
Peanut butter taste test
We ask the public to taste test peanut butter from brands including Bega, Kraft and Sanitarium to find the best tasting peanut butter. -
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Food and drink
Added sugar in food
Do you know how much added sugar you're eating? It's time to make food labels honest. -
Babies and kids
School lunch hits and misses
From muesli bars to sliced bread, we reveal the best tasting and healthiest school lunch box options. -
Food and drink
Health stars FAQ
All your questions and concerns answered about the Health Star Rating food labelling system and how to use it.
Shoes & clothes
BYOD tech guide
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What kind of device does your child need?
What kind of device does your child need for school? Find out with our BYOD and BYOT buying guide. -
The best laptops: 26 models compared
We test the latest laptops, 2-in-1s and tablets that can handle all your computing needs while on the go. -
The smartphones with the longest battery life
Stay connected all day with these phones. Plus, we reveal the quickest-charging phones from a range of brands. -
Simple mobile phones for kids
We test simple, easy-to-use mobile phones from Telstra, Konka, Aspera, Opel and more. -
Tablet reviews: Apple, Samsung, Microsoft
We test the latest laptops, 2-in-1s and tablets that can handle all your computing needs while on the go. -
Is this affordable student laptop from ASUS worth it?
The rugged BR1100F laptop from ASUS shows plenty of class. -
Apple iPad 7th-gen review
Hands-on with the new and larger iPad, now with a 10.2-inch screen, iPadOS and Smart connector. -
How to control your app permissions
What do your apps know about you? -
Apple iPad Air and iPad Mini review
Hands-on with the 10.5-inch iPad Air (3rd-gen) and iPad Mini (5th-gen) which both now support the Apple Pencil -
The 5 laptops and tablets with the best battery life
These laptops and tablets from Apple, Samsung, Dell and Microsoft will last the distance. -
Asus ZenBook Pro Duo laptop review
Hands-on with a dual-touchscreen laptop that showcases an eye-catching new approach to design. -
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Surface Pro 7 review
A hands-on comparison of Microsoft's newest offerings: a 13.5-inch Surface 3 laptop, and a Surface Pro 7 tablet. -
Surface Book 2 review
Hands-on with Microsoft's second-generation two-in-one laptop that converts to a tablet. -
Which smartphone tops our test?
We test and compare the latest smartphones, including the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Flip 3. -
The most reliable laptop brands
See the laptop brands that hold up best over time, as chosen by CHOICE members. -
Antivirus security software reviews
We test popular antivirus and internet security programs to see which provide the best protection for your PC. -
Computer backup software reviews
We lab test and compare Windows desktop PC backup software programs that will help keep your precious data safe. -
Australia's best mobile phone plan providers
See how the big three telcos (Testra, Optus and Vodafone) compare with other providers for reliability, coverage and value for money. -
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 review
How does Microsoft's latest tablet-come-laptop shape up? -
How to recycle your old computer or phone
Time to upgrade your computer, phone or other gadgets? Here's how to dispose of the old stuff.
Saving time and money
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Babies and kids
Sanity-saving tips for thriving and surviving in the new school year
CHOICE parents share their back-to-school life hacks to get the year off to a great start. -
Babies and kids
Choosing the best sunscreen for your child
We compare prices at Kmart, Big W and Officeworks. -
Money
Government payments worth knowing about
You may qualify and not even know it – so it pays to check. -
Shopping
Products just for children
Shampoos, drinks, toothpastes and sunscreens for kids – are they really necessary? -
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Babies and kids
Educational apps for kids
What to look out for when searching for apps that will get your kids learning.
Children's health
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Babies and kids
How to get rid of head lice
We comb through head lice treatments to help you get rid of nits. -
Health and body
Choosing the best sunscreen for your child
We provide tips and bust a few myths so you can get the most effective UV protection. -
Babies and kids
Personal thermometer reviews
We test digtal probe and infrared thermometers for babies, children and adults including models from Braun, Omron, Oricom, Safety 1st, Vicks and more. -
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Babies and kids
Myopia on the rise in children
Our indoor lifestyle is being blamed for increased short-sightedness around the world. -
Health and body
What to consider when buying prescription glasses
With a flood of cheap deals, do you need to spend up big to get a good pair of spectacles?
Children's safety
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Babies and kids
New mandatory safety standards for button batteries
The Australian Government introduces legally binding rules in response to serious injuries and deaths. -
Babies and kids
Unexpectedly dangerous products that are injuring kids
These seemingly harmless products found in most Australian homes can pose a serious risk to children. -
Outdoor
Pool fence reviews
We safety-check more than 20 pool fence panels from brands including Poolsafe, Bunnings and Stratco. -
Babies and kids
Don't take the risk – second-hand products that could be unsafe for kids
Some bargains for baby (or you) just aren't worth it. -
Shopping
Australia's weak product safety laws
Businesses are not legally required to ensure the products they sell are safe. -
Babies and kids
How do you know a product is safe?
Dr Ruth Barker explains why the safety information for the products we buy can be "conflicting and confusing". -
Babies and kids
Not all playground surfaces are equal
Playground surface material makes a big difference to safety when children take a fall. -
Babies and kids
How to buy a safe trampoline
Choosing and using the best backyard bouncer for your family.
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