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Why Families Love Mahon Pool – And the Story Behind This Maroubra Favourite

30/09/2026

If you’ve spent a summer in Maroubra with kids, there’s a good chance you already know Mahon Pool. Tucked into the rocks just north of Maroubra Beach, this beautiful ocean pool is one of those local spots families return to again and again. And it’s easy to understand why. Why We Love Mahon Pool With Kids One of the big attractions for families is that Mahon Pool isn’t particularly deep, making it a lovely place for kids who are confident in the water to enjoy an ocean swim without heading directly into the surf. There’s plenty of space to splash…

by jay

Parks and Beaches, Swimming

Good News for Local Swimmers: 70% of Randwick City Beaches Rated Good or Very Good

30/09/2026

There’s some welcome news for Eastern Suburbs families heading back to the beach as the weather warms up, with 70% of Randwick City beaches receiving a Good or Very Good water quality rating in the NSW Government’s latest State of the Beaches report. Even better, that figure has improved from 60% in the previous reporting year, with several much-loved local swimming spots receiving positive results. And there’s one standout this year: South Maroubra received a Very Good rating. For local families who spend their summers swimming, surfing, building sandcastles and cooling off along our coastline, it’s an encouraging way to…

by jay

Free, Halloween

Halloween at the Boot Factory: Free Spooky Family Fun in Bondi Junction

30/09/2026

Calling all zombies, witches, monsters, goblins, robots, skeletons, vampires, yetis and creatures that go bump in the night! Halloween is coming to Bondi Junction, and local families are invited to dress up and join an afternoon of frightfully fun festivities. This 31 October, the historic Boot Factory in Bondi Junction will be transformed into a wonderfully spooky Halloween playground filled with creepy creatures, ghostly surprises, entertainment, dancing, crafts and plenty of opportunities for kids to show off their Halloween costumes. Best of all, Halloween at the Boot Factory is completely FREE and designed especially for children aged 3–12 and their…

by jay

Shopping

The Tea Centre Opens at Westfield Bondi Junction – Discover the Art of the Perfect Cup of Tea

29/09/2026

Tea lovers have a new reason to visit Bondi Junction! The Tea Centre has opened a new store at Westfield Bondi Junction, bringing its huge collection of premium loose-leaf teas, matcha, tea accessories and gifts to Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. To celebrate the opening, The Tea Centre is hosting two special launch events on Friday 2 October and Saturday 3 October, giving locals the chance to meet the team, taste different teas and learn a little more about the art of making the perfect cup. And if you’re someone whose usual tea-making routine consists of dropping a tea bag into a…

by jay

Parks & Playgrounds

Sydney Park Skate Park: A Huge Skate, Scooter & BMX Park for Kids

29/09/2026

Looking for somewhere for the kids to burn off some energy these school holidays or on the weekend? Sydney Park Skate Park is well worth adding to your list. Located at Sydney Park in Erskineville, just outside Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, this impressive facility is the largest skate park in Sydney and has different areas catering for a range of abilities and riding styles. Whether your kids love skateboarding, scooters or BMX, there’s plenty of space to practise their skills, try something new and spend a few hours outdoors. Something for Different Skill Levels One of the great things about Sydney…

by jay

Events

Chardy Party at the International

29/09/2026

Sun’s out, charge your Chardy glass this October Long Weekend! We’re celebrating all things Chardonnay with Chardy Party, bringing 30+ winemakers and 100+ wines to the heart of the CBD for one big afternoon in the spring sunshine. Australian Chardonnay is having its moment in the sun, and it’s earned, not hyped. Few grapes respond quite so vividly to place and the hand of the winemaker as Chardonnay. We are leading the world, nipping at the heels of the French, with wines of finesse and power. Chardy Party celebrates the full spectrum, along with a special one-day-only menu from The…

by jay

School holidays

Spring School Holidays at Darling Harbour: Free Family Fun, Robots, Cooking & More

28/09/2026

Spring school holidays are made for breaking free, getting outside, letting little imaginations run wild and making the most of every day off school. From 26 September to 11 October 2026, families can spend the holidays building, discovering and playing together with a huge program of activities at Darling Harbour. There are plenty of FREE activities on offer, including robotics, STEM experiments, cooking classes, giant lawn games, movies, Moon Festival celebrations and more. Leading the school holiday fun is the debut of Big Ideas Factory at Tumbalong Park, a brand-new hands-on program combining science, robotics, construction, creativity and plenty of…

by jay

Schools

Rethread: Helping Sydney Mums Buy and Sell Second Hand School Uniforms

28/09/2026

School uniforms are one of those back-to-school expenses that can add up quickly, particularly when children are growing out of clothes faster than expected. For Sydney mums looking for a more affordable option, buy and sell second hand school uniforms online can make it easier to find pre-loved pieces while also giving outgrown uniforms another life. Rethread is an Australian marketplace dedicated to second-hand school uniforms, allowing families to buy and sell pre-loved school clothing in one place. Parents can search for uniforms by school, size, condition and price, making it easier to find specific items rather than sorting through…

by Oscar va

School holidays, Swimming Pools

School Holiday Swimming Intensives: Help Kids Build Confidence in the Water This Spring

25/09/2026

Looking for a school holiday activity that keeps the kids moving while building an important life skill? The Spring School Holiday Swimming Intensives are back, giving children the opportunity to build confidence in the water, improve their swimming technique and fast-track their skills during the September/October school holidays. Running across both weeks of the spring school holidays, the program offers group classes, private lessons and targeted stroke clinics for different ages and swimming abilities. A Great Way to Keep Kids Active These School Holidays Rather than taking a break from swimming over the holidays, an intensive program can give children…

by jay

Community, Free

Celebrate NYE at Bondi Beach – Limited Free Tickets for Local Families

24/09/2026

Looking for somewhere local to celebrate New Year’s Eve with the kids? Bondi Beach is set to welcome 2027 with a huge New Year’s Eve celebration – and Waverley locals will have the chance to attend a special family-friendly event for free. On 31 December 2026, Bondi Beach will host elrow Sydney XXL, a major ticketed New Year’s Eve concert. But for local families, there’s something extra planned. A dedicated Locals Lawn will give Waverley residents the opportunity to celebrate New Year’s Eve at Bondi with fireworks, entertainment, performances and food trucks – without having to buy a ticket. A…

by jay

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All about life as a mum in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs.

Eastern Suburbs Mums was created for mums and their families to connect with what is going on in Sydney’s east.

It’s a place for Mums where you can find out about your local area, what’s on, where to get help, advice and more...

Why Families Love Mahon Pool – And the Story Behind This Maroubra Favourite

Good News for Local Swimmers: 70% of Randwick City Beaches Rated Good or Very Good

Halloween at the Boot Factory: Free Spooky Family Fun in Bondi Junction

The Tea Centre Opens at Westfield Bondi Junction – Discover the Art of the Perfect Cup of Tea

Sydney Park Skate Park: A Huge Skate, Scooter & BMX Park for Kids

Chardy Party at the International

Spring School Holidays at Darling Harbour: Free Family Fun, Robots, Cooking & More

Rethread: Helping Sydney Mums Buy and Sell Second Hand School Uniforms

School Holiday Swimming Intensives: Help Kids Build Confidence in the Water This Spring

Celebrate NYE at Bondi Beach – Limited Free Tickets for Local Families

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