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Monday’s Local Mum, Romy Stuhler

August 28, 2023

Hi, my name is Romy. I am a mum of 2 beautiful girls. My other skills include being a food scientist, personal trainer and coach. I have taken a leap and have recently launched a new business called TEN Fit. We exist to help women be their happiest and healthiest self. Prior to that I was a SAHM and household negotiator and in what feels like a previous life, I worked for a global food company. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? We have lived in Bronte for 6 years and before that we lived “over…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Jayne Kenwright

August 21, 2023

Hi everyone, I’m Jayne and I’m a South Coogee local. I’m originally from Liverpool in the UK but Australia has been my home for a while now. This place is truly wonderful for raising kids! I love our local beaches, I love eating (so much!) and I love meeting up with my fellow mum friends! I also love trashy TV…but I don’t get too much time for that hobby with 2 little ones. A few months back, my job was made redundant. I thought I would take the opportunity for some time out to set up a business that I’ve…

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Monday’s LocalMum, Elizabeth Simpkin

July 31, 2023

Hi, Im Liz, I have 2 beautiful boys aged 9 & 4. I used to work in real estate as a Senior property manager for 22 years, i recently left the industry in Dec 2022 to start my own cleaning business. I love having my own business and watching it grow each week. I am extremely close with my family, my parents are in Maroubra and my brother, sister in law and nephew Live around the corner from them. We have a gorgeous and naughty golden retriever puppy named Chase. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? I have lived in the Eastern suburbs…

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Monday’s local mum, Adelie Hanly

June 26, 2023

This week we are interviewing local mum Adelie Hanly from Rosebery. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? I live in Rosebery, and I’ve lived in the east since 2010. In the past I;ve lived in Chippindale, and The Sutherland Shire. Three words that describe what it’s like to live in the eastern suburbs? Diverse, fast paced and charming. How many children? 1 daughter, 8 years. Favourite Park: Sir Joseph Banks Park in Botany. Favourite Beach: Was Coogee but now prefer Clovelly. It’s nicely sheltered and small with a beautiful swimming area and a resident Blue Groper…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Sophie Taylor

June 19, 2023

Hi Fellow Super Mums! I’m Sophie, a Vaucluse-based mama of three little ones who drive me crazy on a daily basis (crazy in love and just plain crazy, in equal measures!). Living in the Eastern Suburbs of this sparkling city is a dream come true; I love the beachy lifestyle, epic water views, strong sense of community and unrivalled coffee culture. Life is busy juggling the demands of family life and running a business. My husband Phil and his business partner Julian co-own a multi-award-winning pest control company called Pest2Kill and I head up the marketing for them. We’ve just…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Cathy Shortt

June 12, 2023

Hi! I’m Cathy and I’m an Eastern Suburbs Nurse, Midwife, Lactation Consultant and mother of three beautiful children. I love beach walks, good coffee and the company of friends. I decided to start my own company Milk & Mums Co. after working in the hospital environment for many years and feeling that the gap in support between the hospital and the home was just too great for parents. I wanted to make a difference to families wanting to thrive in this incredibly challenging period of transition. My mission is to make sure all families are supported through education and that they receive continuity of support and…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Elizabeth Cummings

June 5, 2023

This week we are interviewing Coogee-based, Elizabeth was born in England grew up in Scotland. She works in both educational and mental health fields. Elizabeth is a counsellor, psychotherapist, and educator, specialising in working with young people and their families. Elizabeth’s writes children’s books and poetry and is part of the NSW Children’s Book Council Executive. Elizabeth writing focuses on social and community health matters as well as environmental themes. She released a collection of poetry co-authored with fellow writer and local author Libby Hathorn. Elizabeth’s latest release Ruby’s Release is out now and is a story of resilience and…

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Monday’s local Mum, Sara Bazzoni

May 15, 2023

Hello my name is Sara Bazzoni, proud mum of two young daughters. Read more about our family life and the fundraise event our family pizza restaurant is organising this Saturday 20th May, to help Epilepsy Action Australia to raise much needed funds for children with epilepsy. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? I currently live in Hillsdale and have been living in the East since 2011 when we moved to Sydney from Italy. Three words that describe what it’s like to live in the eastern suburbs? Safe, multicultural and attractive. How many children? I have 2…

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Mondays Local Mum, Lauren Gray

May 8, 2023

Hey there! I’m Lauren Gray, a newborn and family portrait photographer based in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. My partner, Rob Gray, who is also a photographer and I grew up in the east and can’t ever see us leaving this beautiful place. I’m also a proud mum of two young children who keep us on my toes and constantly learning. I’ve been a photographer since 2010 and have always been drawn to capturing the playfulness of children. Their candid and wild ways never cease to amaze me, as they always show up as their authentic selves. When it comes…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Anna Murray

May 1, 2023

Hi, I’m Anna and I have a passion for capturing weddings, families and celebrations. I grew up in Crimea and travelled the world since I was 16 years old studying art and photography in Seattle. Ohio, Kiev and Sydney. My work was published in magazines in Ukraine capturing celebrities for magazine covers. I quickly found myself in advertising for several years and finally found my true passion in capturing what I value the most: family, authentic connection, joy and adventure. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? I moved to Sydney 8 years ago from Kiev, Ukraine…

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