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The Ultimate Guide to Buying Cake Online for Any Occasion

In this era of technology and connectivity​, online cake buying has gained immense popularity​. People opt for the internet when buying cakes due to the convenience, variety, and accessibility​. Whether it is a major event​ or a small get-together, a tasty cake can enhance any festivity​​. This article explores the various factors involved in purchasing cakes online​, guaranteeing a seamless and enjoyable process for everyone. Understanding Your Needs When starting to explore the range of cake options available out there, it’s important to figure out your individual preferences first. Take into account the nature of the occasion you’re marking when…

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Food, Free

Hay St Market announces its inaugural Bastille Day festival, a celebration of French culture, food and music

This July, Hay St Market at Paddy’s, located within Market City, presents its first-ever Bastille Day festival, transforming the city’s newest food destination into a bustling French marché. From Wednesday 9-Sunday 20 July, Hay St Market will come to life with a French food pop-up, cheese table, DJ’s, family-friendly activities and more.  Guests will be transported to the avenues of Paris and the kitchens of Provence – all without leaving Sydney. Market favourites Thomas Hay Bakery, The Cheese Table and Haymarket Health Lab, alongside dedicated French pop-up carts, will showcase a curated menu celebrating the flavours of France. The menu…

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Food

Custom Christening Cookies to Match Your Theme and Style

A christening is a very special day for families. It celebrates faith, hope, and the beginning of a child’s spiritual journey. Many parents want every part of this day to feel meaningful. That is why custom cookies, such as themed sugar cookies, have become a popular choice. They look beautiful, taste great, and match any style or theme you choose. Why Pick Custom Christening Cookies? Custom cookies are more personal than store-bought ones. You can work with a baker to choose shapes, colours, and personalised designs that fit your child’s christening. Many families ask for baptism cookies shaped like crosses,…

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For Mums, Sports

The Coolest Ways for Mums and Kids to Stay Active

Exercise is often considered the best medicine for many ailments. Not only does it improve your physical health and support a healthy cardiovascular and respiratory system, but it can also reduce stress levels, boost your mood and concentration, and improve your sleeping habits.  It is also a brilliant way for families to spend quality time together, building strong bonds while enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors. Whether you choose to attend a weekly dance class, sign up for your local swimming pool, or invest in roller skates from Impala for the entire family, there are many ways to get…

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Community, Health & Wellbeing, Uncategorized

Why Eastern Suburbs Mums Are Getting Behind Dry July This Year

As July rolls around, many of us in the Eastern Suburbs are digging out the winter woolies, juggling school terms, and searching for meaningful ways to reset. That’s where Dry July comes in — and this year, more mums are getting on board for a cause that’s close to the heart of so many families. Dry July isn’t just about skipping the wine for a month — it’s about supporting Australians affected by cancer and making small, powerful changes that can ripple through your life and your community. What Is Dry July? Dry July is a national fundraiser that challenges…

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Food

Meal Prep: The Mum-Friendly Secret to Less Stress, Better Moods and Smarter Eating

Between juggling school runs, work meetings, and the never-ending question of “What’s for dinner?”, it’s no wonder Aussie mums are feeling stretched thin. But what if a simple shift in your weekly routine could ease the chaos, boost your mood, and help your family eat better? Enter: meal prepping. Youfoodz, the Aussie favourite for ready-made meals, has teamed up with accredited dietitians Anna Debenham and Alex Parker of The Biting Truth to launch their new Psychology of Meal Prepping campaign. This initiative is encouraging families to ‘embrace the prep’ with practical tips and tricks to turn meal prepping into the…

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Health & Wellbeing

Elizabeth Jane: How to stay uplifted when the world feels like it is falling apart

When everything feels chaotic, from global events and personal challenges to emotional overwhelm, it is easy to feel helpless, anxious and flat. But according to Elizabeth Jane, wellbeing and mindfulness keynote speaker, relationships coach and author of the Amazon best seller Free and First – Unlocking Your Ultimate Life, it is possible to stay emotionally strong and mentally uplifted even when the world around you feels unstable. Elizabeth speaks from deep personal experience. After the sudden and traumatic breakdown of her 25-year marriage, she was left shattered, unsure of her identity and uncertain about her future. Yet it was in…

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Health & Wellbeing

Relax and Recharge: Why Thai Massage is the Ultimate Treat for Mums

As a mum, you’re always on the go – juggling school drop-offs, work, meals, errands, and everything in between. It’s easy to put your own wellbeing on the back burner, but taking time to care for yourself is not a luxury – it’s a necessity. That’s where the magic of Thai massage comes in. At Sea Side Thai Massage in Maroubra, mums can enjoy a deeply relaxing and restorative experience designed to melt away stress, soothe tired muscles, and bring balance back to your body and mind. Why Thai Massage? Thai massage is a unique blend of acupressure, stretching, and…

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Business & Career, Food

Mumpreneurs Guide to Opening a Local Café

Opening a café has long felt like the perfect dream for many mums. After all, it blends flexibility, community, and creativity—three things that resonate with many parents trying to balance work and family life. Whether it’s the idea of creating a cosy space that reflects your personality or simply wanting to share your love for a good brew with your local community, stepping into the coffee business can be as rewarding as it is exciting. But before you dive in, one of the first investments to consider is a coffee machine for business. It might seem like a small detail,…

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For Mums, Travel

A Boutique Tennis Escape with Heart: Hamilton Island Welcomes Queens of Aces

From social tennis to soul-nourishing escapes—how two Sydney women created a community of connection, confidence, and courtside fun. What began with two Sydney mums—Mary–Louise Battilana and Lisa Leonard—organising a casual weekly tennis hit has grown into something quietly powerful. Queens of Aces is now a thriving women’s tennis collective where confidence is rebuilt, friendships are formed, and wellbeing is nurtured in the most joyful, stylish way possible. Their next chapter? A four-day boutique retreat at The Sundays, Hamilton Island’s newly opened luxury hotel. From August 7–10, 2025, guests will immerse themselves in a curated program that combines daily social tennis, sunrise…

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