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…
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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…
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 Bay Run With Kids: Sydney Best Walking and Cycling Tracks for Families
The Bay Run is one of Sydney’s best running, walking and cycling tracks: it’s ideal families that like to exercise. With the walk being very stroller-friendly, the Bay…
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…
The New A By Adina Apartment Hotel in Canberra
A Family Stay at The A By Adina Canberra We are a family of labradors and greyhounds. Myself and my oldest son will and do eat absolutely everything and when…
Kids World Playland Bankstown: Sydney’s Best Indoor Playgrounds
Kids World Playland and Cafe worked so well for my daughters. Here’s what my eldest said: “Kids World Playland is fun for all ages, including me at 10 years old….
Kids Playworld Green Hills
If you find yourself in Maitland with kids, here’s a great spot to let the kids play and burn off some energy. Kids World Green Hills Address: Stockland Green Hills,…
How To Get Kids Off Screens: 3 Vital Tips
I can hear you screaming: ‘How do I get my child off screens??!!’ We all need help with this, all the time. I’m getting this all down in print to…
How To Keep Kids Sun Safe In Australia
If you’re planning a family visit to Australia then you need to learn all about sun safety for kids. Australia has many dangers, and you might think the worst are…
#bloodyuseful The Best Clothes Pegs In The World
This is a public service announcement! You need to know about these clothes pegs and I am here to tell you about them. In almost 25 years of family washing,…
Discover Beautiful Bouddi National Park – With Kids
Bouddi National Park is located near Gosford in the Central Coast region, north Sydney. This coastal national park offers pristine beaches, secluded camping spots, some family-friendly walks and lookouts with…
Sydney Observatory and the night tour, a fantastic introduction to astronomy
Built in 1858 and perfectly positioned on top of Observatory Hill overlooking the harbour, Sydney Observatory is the oldest observatory in Australia. Its iconic sandstone building is one of the…
Surf Schools In Sydney: Where To Learn To Surf
Surfing lessons are a great Sydney activity for active adults and children. Or to help make you active! There are several great Sydney surf schools which we can personally recommend….
Congwong Beach at La Perouse
Congwong Beach at La Perouse can make a wonderful escape from the pressures of Sydney life for families. Escape to this secluded and delightful beach and while away the hours….
Paradise Pool at Linden in the Blue Mountains
Have you ever heard of Paradise Pool at Linden in the Blue Mountains? Neither had I until a new book about wonderful Sydney swimming spots thumped into my mailbox. This…
Yarrabin Horse Riding, Bathurst: Kids Holiday Camps + Family Trips
If you are a horse-loving Sydney family or are thinking of learning to ride, do check out beautiful Yarrabin Horse Riding, a slice of country heaven just over the Blue…
Purple Stingers: Stinging Jellyfish Around Sydney
Whilst our sharks, crocodiles and sea snakes tend to grab all the headlines, there are several more common marine dangers in Australia’s coastal waters. These are the ones which are…