From playgrounds to passwords: How childhood has changed for Indian-Australian kids

(L-R) Mannat with her parents and little sister, Vir with his parents, and Tavleen with her little brother and parents feature in this Children's Day special podcast. Credit: Supplied by Mannat, Tavleen, and Vir

This Children’s Day special examines how childhood is evolving within Indian-Australian families. Featuring Tavleen Kaur and Mannat Matharu from Sydney and Vir Mattoo from Melbourne, the episode contrasts today’s digitally connected, highly aware children with the offline, slower childhoods their parents remember. Through candid conversations, it explores changing expectations, greater recognition of children’s rights, and the cultural values families work to preserve. The story highlights how younger generations are growing up more expressive, informed, and confident than ever before.

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Published 14 November 2025 4:43pm

By Vrishali Jain

Source: SBS

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This Children’s Day special examines how childhood is evolving within Indian-Australian families. Featuring Tavleen Kaur and Mannat Matharu from Sydney and Vir Mattoo from Melbourne, the episode contrasts today’s digitally connected, highly aware children with the offline, slower childhoods their parents remember. Through candid conversations, it explores changing expectations, greater recognition of children’s rights, and the cultural values families work to preserve. The story highlights how younger generations are growing up more expressive, informed, and confident than ever before.

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