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Monday’s local mum, Kelly Toohey

January 16, 2023

Hi, my name is Kelly and I was born, and have lived in the East my entire life. I work in the Travel Industry, and have done so for almost 20 years. My job has given me the opportunity to have travelled to so many parts of the world, however Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs will always be home. I am married to a local school teacher, who also grew up in the East, in South Coogee. We have been married 13 years and have 2 beautiful and active kids, my daughter aged 10 and my son aged 7 who keep us…

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Monday’s local mum, Cristina Bartoli

January 9, 2023

Hi, i am Christina Bartoli an Italian mum of 2 Giovanni and Ludovica and a black Labrador (Tappo). After 10 years in Dubai we moved to Sydney 3 years ago. I have an architectural background with a real passion for cooking and baking. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? We moved to Sydney 3 years ago and since one year we’re living in Watsons Bay. Three words that describe what it’s like to live in the eastern suburbs? Bondi, flat white and traffic. How many children? One boy, Giovanni 8 and one girl, Ludovica 6 and…

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Monday’s local mum, Diana Shalhoub

December 20, 2022

Hi There, I’m Diana, a local mum with a people mover to fit my growing brood on our way to endless after school activities and sport. Loving the very busy life we have and giving any free time to family, friends and various volunteer work. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? I was born and raised in Coogee, it will always be my favourite suburb in Sydney, but we have bought our forever home in Maroubra. Three words that describe what it’s like to live in the eastern suburbs? Vibrant Active Fresh How many children? We have…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Monique Savill

November 28, 2022

I am a mother to a very sweet and loving daughter who will be 3 in January, and am a wife to a very loving husband, it will be our 5th wedding anniversary this November. I have been a Registered Nurse for the last 10 years spending all of that time working in the emergency department. A life time ago before I became a nurse I was a beauty therapist who dreamt of one day becoming a cosmetic nurse. I’m lucky enough to say that 10 years later, a lot of hard work and some tears that dream is a…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Margaret Skagias

November 13, 2022

Hi I’m Margaret the founder of local charity CaringKids! I live in Clovelly with my husband Nick and 2 children. I love experiencing the unique character of all the Eastern Suburbs villages and meeting locals making a difference in our community. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? I grew up in Sydney and have lived in the Eastern Suburbs for 8 years. Three words that describe what it’s like to live in the eastern suburbs? Beautiful, fun, vibrant. How many children? 2 children, Patrick (8) and Sara (11). Being able to experience all the things there…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Simone Skinner

November 7, 2022

My name is Simone Skinner-Smith and I am a 40-year-old wife, mum-of-two, television producer, orange belt martial artist and coffee addict…amongst other things! Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? I grew up in Sydney and have lived in the Eastern Suburbs for six years now. Three words that describe what it’s like to live in the eastern suburbs? Gorgeous, action-packed and expensive. How many children? Two boys aged 5 and 8. They are the best! Favourite Park: Turruwul Park in Rosebery because it has it all…a playground, outdoor gym, tennis courts, cricket nets, basketball court, soccer field…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Emma Brown-Garrett

October 31, 2022

Hi, I am Emma, an Eastern Suburbs Mum with 2 Fabulous kids and amazing Husband, We love living in Clovelly and have built the most incredible community amongst friends and family. That is one of the things I love most about living in the East, it promotes such a village lifestyle and as they say it takes a village to raise a family!!!! I work in the property sector as an Auctioneer and love what I do! I am a big believer in having your own thing going on. Whether its work, volunteering, or a hobby. As mums we do…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Penny Kaleta

October 24, 2022

Hi I am Penny, a single Coogee mum of 2 amazing girls aged 6&10. 3 years ago my world changed forever, I lost my dad suddenly, my marriage broke down and I changed careers so now I live by the mantra of making every moment matter and committing to everything I do. People often ask how do you do it all and my response is always, “ I don’t” I forget things, I can’t be everywhere i have learnt to rely on people, the saying it takes a village to raise a child is so so true and I am…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Bonnie Gilles

October 17, 2022

This week’s local mum is Bonnie Gilles. She calls Maroubra home and lives with her 15 year old daughter, 13 year old son and dog Rio. Eastern suburbs mums is interviewing Bonnie about her work and busy family life. Bonnie G aka Oz Beauty Expert has worked as a hair and make-up artist in the Fashion and Film industries for over 20 years- you name it and she has done it. Bringing so much more than just makeup, her work crosses into Creative Direction, Makeup Education, Beauty writing and Hosting. Bonnie has presented make-up and hair demonstrations on stage at London…

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Monday’s Local Mum, Cindy Kavanagh

September 19, 2022

My name is Cindy Kavanagh, I’m a photographer from New Zealand. My husband Richard (Kavanagh) and I arrived into Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs from New Zealand, 11 years ago, with a then 5 (now 16) and 3 (now 14) year old, to broaden our wings on an adventure we thought was a stepping stone to NYC, but we couldn’t leave! After a career in fashion, film and the arts, I’ve turned my camera onto everyday women and teen girls with The Modern Muse. I now create empowering portraits for everyday women and girls. Where and how long have you lived in…

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