Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

 

[Possum Lover]

I am proud to be a grandparent, and a great grandparent. If I were a mature person not related in any way to the child/children I would be happy to be called a grandfriend. Otherwise just leave well alone.

 

[youngy650]

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

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Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

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Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

How utterly ridiculous!

 

[Oldino]

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

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Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

View attachment 8454

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

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Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

View attachment 8454

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

I am so glad i live in South Australia where we know the meaning of "grandparent aka, the parent of one's mother or father. Those flamimg IDIOTS in the eastern states know how to divide children and their parents......I wonder when those IDIOTS decide for the children to call mum and dad friends!!!!!

 

[Big M]

I am proud to be a grandparent, and a great grandparent. If I were a mature person not related in any way to the child/children I would be happy to be called a grandfriend. Otherwise just leave well alone.

Just call it Grandparents day and stop being so righteous

 

[Luckyus]

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

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Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

View attachment 8454

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

Yesterday's children were taught by Teachers. Today's children are taught by Wankers.

 

[janj]

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

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Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

View attachment 8454

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

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Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

View attachment 8454

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

No way I love being a grandparent {Nanna}

 

[Joydie]

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

View attachment 8453

Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

View attachment 8454

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

When is this lunacy going to stop? When is someone going to stand up and say ‘Stop! No more of this pie in the sky rubbish! Time to reinstate common sense and call a spade a spade!’

Hubby and I adore our grandies and they love us. They’re almost 12 and 13 and since they could talk, we’ve been Grandma and Grandad. This will not change. Any person with connected brain cells is aware that grandparents have a special relationship. It’s different from all their other relationships and in my view, a necessary one. Long may it continue.

 

[Suzanne rose]

What's wrong with naming it Grandparents and grandfriends day but I would never agree to dropping Grandparents.

I'm Yia yia to my 18 grandchildren (this is grandmother in Greek ) and love attending their Grandparents day . Just seeing their faces and how proud they are that we are there

 

[The tiger]

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

View attachment 8453

Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

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Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

 

[Tugnets37]

why

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

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Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

View attachment 8454

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

why do we have to change things some people. If you do not like the way things are, then please do not accept our money, our doctors, our hospitals. This is the way we are and all these do gooders should not be allowed to change things to suit them. Come on aussies stand up for one another and what we believe in. This our country and if you don't like it stay away. Proud to be an aussie, grandmother and great grandmother and always will be in our family. Com on aussie com on!

 

[Ronboy]

Simple Grandparents and Friends.

 

[Ricci]

It's just too ridiculous for words!

 

[Lucinda]

Another example of the loony left, woke brigade trying to become relevant.

No matter how many of these so called educated idiots try to push their agenda on to the public, I will continue to be ........ a very proud GRANDMOTHER.

 

[Klaus A]

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

View attachment 8453

Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

View attachment 8454

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

What's inclusive on grand friend? To me that is exclusive. The Government is doing everything it can to distroy the family unit.

 

[wazzalox]

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

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Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

View attachment 8454

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

 

[S G Clarke]

Recently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

View attachment 8453

Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

View attachment 8454

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!

I’m disgusted with this rename I am my grandchildren’s grandparent and very proud to be so. Another political correctness move we don’t need

 

[Tisme47]

Grandparents and friends. I just wish people would leave things the way they are.

 

[Cazad]

South Australian schools have grandfriend days too! The concept being that not all children have easy access to grandparents (they may be deceased or not live in the same state) however they may have a special relationship with an older neighbour or relative. This enables them to invite someone to share the day with them. As a Nanna, I get shared around by my grandchildren. Some of their friends have no-one to invite. Doesn’t bother me. I’m happy to see all the children happy.

 

[Vicki Raciti]

Juse use gragrandparents and friends day. Simpleecently, there's been a lot of anger and frustration from Australians over the term 'grandfriends' being used in place of 'grandparents' at several school events.

Apparently, this new word is seen as more 'inclusive', but many people are disagreeing – especially grandparents themselves!

So, what's the story? Here's everything you need to know about the situation...

It started when a couple of schools NSW schools – Spring Farm, Bradbury, Concord, Drummoyne, Gillieston, Heathcote East, Kiama, Neutral Bay and Newton to be exact – decided to change the name of ‘Grandparent’s Day’ to ‘Grandfriends Day’. This was done to be more ‘inclusive’, reports say.

But this decision ended up sparking outrage in people, most of whom believe that this change takes away the importance and the meaning of the special day.

View attachment 8453

Some people say changing the name to ‘grandfriends’ is strange. Credit: RODNAE Productions in Pexels

Ian Barnett, the Founder of the National Grandparent Movement, said it was an ‘odd move’, and that rather than being inclusive, it ends up excluding ‘one of the most significant people in a child’s life’.

‘The implication behind that is, of course, if “grandparents” are now “grandfriends”, it means that the next logical step is that parents become “friends”.’

He added: ‘It’s strange to do it and I don’t know the reasoning behind it either.’

Grandparent’s Day is a special occasion that lets them join kids in school for morning tea, or lunch, or spend time with them in general. It’s a wonderful time to celebrate their relationship and strengthen their bond.

Schools have made the move to expand the name to ‘Grandparents and Grandfriends’ Day’ lately. But the decision to remove the term ‘grandparents’ altogether seems like the importance of the day has been watered down – which annoyed many people.

‘I can understand maybe that they want to make it easier for others to come on board,’ said Mr Barnett.

‘It’s such a significant phrase and concept, and it’s disappointing to actually think that we can no longer use that and we’re changing into something like “grandfriends”.’

View attachment 8454

Grandparents are an integral part of every child’s life. Credit: Juan Pablo Serrano Arenas in Pexels

Many were quick to oppose the use of the term ‘grandfriends’ and expressed their disbelief online.

‘What a load of rubbish,’ someone said.

One commented: ‘I am a very proud grandparent. I am so over all the “do-gooders” wanting to change history and relationships just to confuse and include and wrap everyone in cotton wool so that they don’t get offended.’

‘I am a very proud grandparent; my five grandchildren call me “Nonna”. Stop offending me,’ added another.

Another said: ‘Grandparents have knowledge and experience no one will ever have until they are mature enough and lived through life.’

‘They deserve, and all grandparents demand the utmost RESPECT this title holds,’ they added.

In defence, the NSW Education Minister Sarah Mitchell addressed the situation in one particular school.

She said: ‘Spring Farm Public School used this term to promote their event as they had invited residents from a local aged care facility who are pen pals with the students.’

You can watch the news report here:

​

Key Takeaways

• Many schools in NSW have replaced the term ‘Grandparents Day’ with ‘Grandfriends Day’ to be more inclusive.
• Although the intention behind this change may be to include more people, many are angry at the change, as they feel it excludes grandparents from the title and ‘waters down’ the meaning of the special day.
• Grandparents play an important role in a child's life and should be respected as such.

What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you think it’s a wise move to rename the term Grandparent's Day to Grandfriend's Day to be more inclusive? Share your opinions with us in the comments below!