Associate Professor Ben Phillips from the Australian National University joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Breakfast to reveal the true financial cost of raising a child in Australia from birth to age 18.

Surprisingly, the data shows that the cost hasn't increased over the last two decades.

Associate Professor Ben Phillips from the Australian National University joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Breakfast to reveal the true financial cost of raising a child in Australia from birth to age 18.
Surprisingly, the data shows that the cost hasn't increased over the last two decades.

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The real cost of raising a child in Australia revealed

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With the 2026 NRL season kicking off, psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Blackwood joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to explain why joining a footy tipping competition is actually great for your mental health.

Whether with family or coworkers, these low-stakes games foster a powerful sense of belonging, break down social barriers, and provide excellent cognitive stimulation.

With the 2026 NRL season kicking off, psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Blackwood joined Dean &amp; Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to explain why joining a footy tipping competition is actually great for your mental health.
Whether with family or coworkers, these low-stakes games foster a powerful sense of belonging, break down social barriers, and provide excellent cognitive stimulation.

Why your workplace needs a footy tipping comp this season

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The real cost of raising a child in Australia revealed

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