Kid-Friendly Getaways to Thirroul, Bulli and Austinmer
The gorgeous seaside villages of Thirroul, Bulli and Austinmer lie just south of the Royal National Park and just north of Wollongong on the northern Illawarra coastline. They are simple,…
10 Best Cafes On The Beach on The Northern Beaches
The Northern Beaches are world-famous for their surf and their beauty, beach after beach of golden and rose gold sand set between soaring headlands. They are divine, and there are…
Top 10 Family-Friendly Sydney Harbour Picnic Spots
For a family-friendly Sydney Harbour picnic, you need plenty of space and ideally a large grassy area for playing cricket and footie. Lots of shade is also de rigeur. If…
Gunners Barracks – Morning Teas and High Teas
If you are looking for a very special place to enjoy a high tea or a morning tea, then look no further than Gunners Barracks in Mosman. For anniversaries, birthday…
Parramatta Park Playgrounds: Domain Creek and Paperbark Playground at Pavilion Flat
Parramatta Park has two terrific playgrounds, Domain Creek and Paperbark Playground at Pavilion Flat. Read all about them here and find the details you need to plan a family trip…
The Super Family-Friendly Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
The Sunshine Coast is popular with Sydney and Melbourne families for many great reasons not least that there are some fab places to stay. Renting apartments and houses is very…
Sydney’s Best Playgrounds- Lagoon Park, Manly
Lagoon Park and its excellent playground in Manly is a top spot for a family visit. It is a great favourite with locals and for other Sydneysiders, it is well…
Best Sydney Books + Guidebooks
Here are some Sydney books which you will love if you are planning a visit to Sydney or looking for a special gift. These are also super handy books for…
Cricut Joy Machine: Beginners Guide
I was very excited to be offered a free trial of a Cricut Joy machine by the Australian arm of the American Cricut company. I have to be honest and…
Deerbush Park All-Abilities Playground at Fairfield Showground
Top of our current list of must-visit playgrounds is the new all-abilities playground at Deerbush Park in Fairfield Showground. This is the first all-abilities playground to be built in the…
Novotel Lake Crackenback Resort + Spa: A Family Review
NB Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa is not operating as normal during the Covid lockdown however why not look around? Do some armchair travelling and add it to the list…
Fun Things To Do At Home With Kids
Well, there’s never been a greater need for lists of things to do at home with kids. A reader has asked me to pull together a list and so… tra…
The Top 10 Things To Do in Newcastle with Kids
Check out all the best things to do in Newcastle NSW when you visit with the family on this post by Sydney mother of two, Fiona Kirsch. We recently took…
Top 10 Things To Do In The Sutherland Shire
Here’s a handy guest article from Sutherland mum, Liz Frias, who shares her favourite places and activities for kids in Sutherland Shire. Thanks so much Liz, it’s wonderful to have…
Carss Park: Playground, Beach, Bush Walks + Great Cafe!
Carss Park, actually officially known as Carss Bush Park, is a magnificent place to spend a day with the family. Carss Park scores the family friendly trifecta having a wonderful…
Cronulla Beach Coastal Walk For Families
The majority of people visit Cronulla because of its stunning beaches, numerous rock pools, beautiful parks, great playgrounds and cafes. However, another good reason to visit the Southerland Shire is…
Vivid with Kids: The Essential Guide
Vivid Sydney 2021has been postponed. Fingers crossed that it can happen in late September! If you are starting to plan a visit to Vivid with kids, this post is for…
Parsley Bay Reserve, Beach + Playground in Vaucluse
If you’re looking for a hidden Sydney gem for kids, or for somewhere to snorkel, Parsley Bay Reserve with its beach, playgound and cafe is for you. Its only drawback…
Kids World Green Hills in East Maitland
Kids World Green Hills Address: Stockland Green Hills, 1 Molly Morgan Drive, East Maitland Phone: 02 4032 0712 Kids World Green Hills website At Kids World Indoor Playland and cafe at Stockland…
Things To Do In The Blue Mountains With Kids + Where To Stay
Visiting the Blue Mountains with kids is a very simple expedition for Sydney families. There are so many fun things to do with kids in the Blue Mountains, you can…