Back to school

Summer holidays are over and that means it’s time to head back to school. You’ve polished your shoes and unearthed last year’s pencil case, but we’ve got you covered with tips for studying, dealing with stress, and the best ways to stay healthy even when you’re feeling overwhelmed.

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5 apps you need for when school starts

Get yourself sorted by downloading these 5 apps before school starts.

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How to manage your time while studying

Study smarter, not harder, with these big-picture and day-to-day strategies for time management.

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Deadly directions

A collection of resources for First Nations young people on navigating school, study, work and next steps. Get tips, find support and check out real yarns from young mob who’ve been there.

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Study hacks

Need some study tricks and tips? Amy, Philip, Calypso and Christo serve up a bunch of genius hacks to get your study habits in shape.

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Foods that help our brain study

Did you know that the food you eat can have an impact on your exam results?

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How to get a good night’s sleep

Sleeping well is a huge part of feeling well. Check out these strategies and tips for improving your sleep hygiene and getting a good night’s sleep.

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How to nail your study–life balance

If you find it tricky and stressful to balance your time between study and the rest of your life, try these strategies.

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Ways to exercise that don't feel like exercise

If lycra and excessive sweat are your personal ideas of hell on earth, then Joe Gorman's 5 simple tips for getting active without ‘exercising’ are definitely for you.

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Wellbeing and productivity apps to help you manage study stress

There are plenty of apps out there to help you with studying. But which ones will be the most helpful when it comes to managing the whole study and exam experience? We’ve done the research for you. Give these apps a try and see what works for you.

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Quiz: Are you burning out?

Do you feel drained, run down and unmotivated? Take this quiz to help figure out if you’re burning out and what you can do about it.

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How to cope if you're feeling anxious about going to school

If you’ve been having a tough time and feel you can’t go to school because of it, you might be experiencing school refusal. Here’s how to cope with and find support for school refusal.

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