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Our Hearts Are With the Coogee Community

17/06/2026

Like so many families across the Eastern Suburbs, we are deeply shaken by the shark attack at Coogee Beach over the weekend. A 35-year-old local mum, Leah Stewart, was seriously injured while swimming at Coogee on Saturday morning, 13 June 2026. Emergency services were called just before 11am, and she was taken to hospital in a critical condition. Our thoughts are with Leah, her family, her friends, and everyone who witnessed or responded to this traumatic incident. As a community of mums, parents, carers and local families, this news feels incredibly close to home. We also want to acknowledge the…

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by jay
Library
Community, Library

10 Fun And Free Things Kids Can Do at the Library

14/06/2026

When was the last time you took the kids to your local library? Libraries are so much more than shelves filled with books. Across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, libraries have become vibrant community hubs where children can learn, play, create and discover new interests – all for free! Whether you’re looking for a rainy-day activity, a screen-free outing or a way to encourage a love of reading, your local library offers something for every age and stage. Here are 10 fun things kids can enjoy during their next library visit. 1. Join a Storytime Session Storytime is a favourite among preschoolers…

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by jay
Community, Environment, Garden

Pocket City Farms Celebrates 10 Years with a Winter Solstice Festival

14/06/2026

Pocket City Farms is turning 10, and the team is inviting the whole community to celebrate at its annual Winter Solstice Festival on Saturday 20 June 2026. Part birthday party, part solstice celebration, and entirely farm-filled, the event marks a decade of growing food, connection and community in the heart of the Inner West. Pocket City Farms says the milestone would not have been possible without the ongoing support of locals, volunteers, visitors, families and friends who have helped keep the farm thriving over the past 10 years. The festival will run from 12pm to 6pm, with the afternoon beginning…

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by jay
Community, Free, What to do

LEGO Club at Eastgardens Library – A Fun After-School Activity for Eastern Suburbs Families

17/05/2026

Looking for a fun, creative and screen-free after-school activity for the kids? The popular LEGO Club at Eastgardens Library is giving local children the chance to build, create and imagine in a relaxed and family-friendly environment. Perfect for primary school-aged kids, the monthly drop-in program encourages children to take on exciting LEGO build challenges or let their imagination run wild with their own unique creations. Why Mums and Kids Love LEGO Club For Eastern Suburbs mums, LEGO Club is an easy and affordable way to keep children entertained after school while also helping them learn valuable skills through play. Here…

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by jay
Community, Free

Eastgardens Library – A Hidden Gem for Eastern Suburbs Families

16/05/2026

For many Eastern Suburbs families, Eastgardens Library has become much more than a place to borrow books. Conveniently located inside the Westfield Eastgardens precinct, the modern community library offers a welcoming space where children can learn, play, read and participate in free educational activities throughout the year. Whether you are a parent looking for screen-free entertainment, a quiet reading space, or affordable family activities close to home, Eastgardens Library is one of the Eastern Suburbs’ most valuable community resources. Where Is Eastgardens Library? Eastgardens Library is located at: Level 2, Westfield Eastgardens 152 Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens Its central location makes…

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by jay
Community, Swimming

Best Aquatic Centres in Sydney for Families

14/05/2026

Looking for the perfect family-friendly swimming spot in Sydney? Whether your kids are learning to swim, you want a relaxing pool day, or you’re searching for fitness and recreation facilities for the whole family, Sydney’s aquatic centres offer something for everyone. From heated outdoor pools and splash areas to swim schools, gyms and onsite cafés, these centres are designed to keep families active and entertained all year round. Here are six of the best aquatic centres in Sydney that families love visiting. Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre – Zetland Located in the growing Green Square precinct, Gunyama Park Aquatic…

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Community

A Study on How Far Australians Are Willing to Travel for a First Date and the Declining Travel Distance Over Time

23/04/2026

Be honest with yourself for a second. If a person you will date online lives 45 mins away, can you power through without a doubt? What about an hour? What if you turned into getting to the parkway, stopping at a servo on the way, and discovering parking in a suburb you don’t quite know, all before you even confirmed that this person would be interesting to talk to in real life? Where is your actual line now, not the one you would state if a person asked you politely, but the one you would work on when Friday night…

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Community, Free, Legal

Free JP Services at Libraries in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs (2026 Guide)

21/04/2026

Looking for a free Justice of the Peace (JP) near you in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs? Whether you need documents certified, statutory declarations witnessed, or official paperwork signed, local libraries offer convenient and completely free JP services throughout the week. We’ve rounded up where to find JP services in Randwick, Waverley, Woollahra, plus nearby options in Bayside and the City of Sydney — so you can quickly find a time and location that works for you. Randwick Council Libraries (Best Availability) Randwick Council offers some of the most reliable and frequent JP services in the Eastern Suburbs. Margaret Martin Library (Randwick)…

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Community, Family Friendly Technology

Are Your Credit Card Details Safe Upon Checkout? 7 Action Points

20/04/2026

Online shopping has become as common as a traffic jam in EDSA, and so has the convenience of paying with credit cards. However, each time you type those digits into a checkout page, a question hangs in the air: are your details really safe?  The short answer is yes—if you shop smart and take advantage of the tools already at your disposal. Here are seven powerful habits that will make your credit card details safe every time you hit that checkout button.  1) Use One Account and Maximize Its Security Features Secure online credit card transactions start with the card…

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by Oscar va
Community, Recreation, Sports

Casual Pickleball at KGV: Fun, Social & Easy Fitness in The Rocks

18/04/2026

Looking for a fun, low-impact way to stay active and meet new people? Casual pickleball sessions at King George V (KGV) Recreation Centre are the perfect mix of fitness, social connection and friendly competition. Whether you’re brand new to the sport or already hooked, these relaxed sessions are a great way to get moving in a welcoming, community-focused environment. What is pickleball? If you haven’t tried it yet, pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports around—and for good reason. It’s a unique blend of tennis, table tennis and badminton, played on a smaller court using a paddle and a lightweight…

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