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For the music fan on the go kogan.com

For its size, the Sony SRS-XB13 is a cracking little speaker. Weighing less than a can of soft drink, waterproof up to 1 metre, with voice assist and 16 hours of battery life, this little baby can go anywhere you do – the park, beach, pool, camping – without much worry about water or dust damage. But with a RRP of $89.95, its best feature is the price.

Beauty bliss

Based on the Gold Coast, this Aussie made and owned range uses the highest quality natural and certified organic raw ingredients to create vegan and cruelty free skincare that delivers results! Offering sample packs ranging from $25 to $60, you can try before you buy anything at full size.

alliraorganics.com

Fitness style

Whether you’re looking to ease back into a regular exercise routine post-baby, prepare for your half marathon, getting serious about swimming or just add a little extra movement in your day. Aktivaal has a range of carefully curated boxes and individual products to help you work out in style.

aktivaal.com.au

In Good Company

by Sophie Hansen

In Good Company is filled with all the recipes and inspiration you need to throw open your doors to friends and family. Whether it’s a last-minute dinner with neighbours or a family feast, the thinking has been done for you with designed menus featuring 120 simple recipes that are tasty and perfect for sharing.

Just hanging around

These pod hammock swing chairs are perfect for kids aged 2-10. Durable, cosy, and with an inflatable cushion included, it is a great spot for reading, or just hanging about. Also popular with parents of children with autism or someone who needs a safe, quiet space. Larger options are also available. ozhammocks.com.au

My Very Exciting, Sorta Scary, Big Move: A Workbook for Children Moving to a New Home

By Lori Attanasio Woodring PhD

This award-winning book makes one of life’s more stressful events a little less scary. The workbook helps to walk children ages 5-11 step by step through the moving process, with activities designed to help kids understand change, manage their feelings and become active participants in their exciting new adventure.