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Health & Wellbeing, Parks & Playgrounds

New outdoor gyms open at Snape and Barwon Park

March 16, 2023

Two new outdoor gyms are now open for everyone to enjoy! The new gyms are located at Snape Park in Maroubra and at Barwon Park in Matraville. “These new facilities are part of Council’s continued commitment to providing more access to free, outdoor recreation opportunities for the community,” Mayor Dylan Parker said. “It’s great that the new outdoor fitness stations cater to a range of fitness levels and abilities – these are spaces for the whole community!” Creating more spaces for the community to participate in sport and recreation, particularly older people, is a key focus of Council’s Open Space…

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Business & Career, Jobs and Employment Services

New early learning centre, opening soon in Vaucluse

March 13, 2023

Brand new, purpose built early learning centre , designed by Australia’s preeminent experts in Early Learning will be opening SOON in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs The owners of this service have young families. After having children of their own, the owners wanted to create a centre with attention to detail offering high quality education and care that has yet to be seen in the Early Childhood Sector. Committed to getting this right Harbour Early Learning management have been working closely with highly respected and accomplished early childhood professionals in creating a space for children that will be beautiful, safe, joyous to…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Laura Hemsted

March 6, 2023

Hi, my name is Laura.  I was born and have lived in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney my whole life.   My husband and I have been married for 8 years and have two beautiful children together. In my spare time, I love to go for walks and to the beach. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s East? I have lived in the Eastern Suburbs my whole life.  I grew up in Coogee and lived there until I was 30.  I then moved to Randwick briefly with my Sister and now my family home is in Kensington. Three…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local mum, Emma Hampton

February 27, 2023

Hi, I’m Emma. I’m a natural light family and wedding photographer. I started my business Emma Hampton Photography over 10 years ago. It’s a dream come true to capture cherished moments around the Eastern suburbs and beyond.  My husband Dan and I have been together for 19 years and married for 15! We love the beach, eating out, drinking good wine, eating delicious food and travelling.I grew up in Young, the cherry capital of Australia!!! A country girl at heart but love the beach and living in the East, I could never move back. Dan and I worked in hospitality for some years and…

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Health & Wellbeing

The short-sightedness epidemic in children: should parents be worried and what can we do about it?

February 22, 2023

With the last 2 years of on-again, off-again home-schooling and more laptop and computer work than ever, many parents are worried their children are becoming more and more short-sighted. Fortunately, there are now interventions that can help reduce the progression of short-sightedness. What is short-sightedness and why should we care? Short-sightedness often develops during childhood and continues to progress until physical growth stops. Short-sightedness is typically caused by accelerated growth of the eye which causes blurred distance vision. In turn, this predisposes the eye to potentially serious conditions such as retinal degenerations/detachments and glaucoma later in life. What interventions are…

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Business & Career

How To Start Your Own Business From Home

February 22, 2023

Starting your own business can be a daunting task, especially if you’re not sure where to start. Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be as complicated as you may think. There are a number of key starting points that can shortcut the setup of your home business. Keeping it simple and ensuring you have what you need to operate most of your business is crucial. If you’ve been contemplating starting a business from home and you’re not sure how then use this guide to get your business up and running now. Get the equipment right Having the right equipment to start…

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Food

Happy pancake day

February 21, 2023

With a rich history dating back hundreds of years, Pancake Day combines a delightful sense of celebration and fun with some deep and meaningful components. A day dedicated to pancakes is something we can definitely get behind, but Pancake Day is more than just eggs, flour and milk. Here’s everything you need to know about Pancake Day, including when it is and why we have it. When is Pancake Day? This year, Pancake Day falls on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. The day always falls 47 days before Easter Sunday (a feast that is determined by the cycles of the moon),…

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Health & Wellbeing, Inspiration

7 Practical Self-Care Tips For Busy Mums

February 20, 2023

Everyone needs a bit of self-care, but none moreso than a busy mum. Whether you’re working or staying at home, have one child or five, there are so many priorities for a mum. If work is also in the mix, then daily organisation and problem-solving are absolute must-have skills. It’s no surprise that busy mums eventually hit a wall and go searching for self-care. The problem, many mothers don’t know where to start as they prioritise themselves so infrequently. But it doesn’t have to be this way; self care can be as simple as adopting new habits or taking a…

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For Mums, Inspiration

MAGNOLIA LOUNGE

February 17, 2023

Magnolia Lounge launched in the spring of 2009 with the belief that pyjamas need to feel comfortable, look beautiful and last for the long haul and they have fulfilled this vision for over fourteen years  – with nineteen stunning collections released to date.   They’re focused on developing quality, innovative sleep and loungewear that is both stylish and breathable. That’s why they use an incredible range of fabrics, including pure cotton, stretchy bamboo elastane knit and silky-smooth viscose, which are perfect for women who overheat or suffer from night sweats.  Their latest collection offers a range of styles to suit every…

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Events, Food

GREEK FESTIVAL OF SYDNEY

February 15, 2023

Live music, dance performances, authentic Greek food and drinks, and so much more! The Greek Festival of Sydney is one of Australia’s largest and longest-running annual cultural events. Attracting artists from around the globe, the Festival is the Greek Community’s most prestigious event focusing on celebrating the Greek-Australian lifestyle, culture and heritage and reflecting the multicultural nature of Australia. Join us on Sunday 19th February to take part in all the joy the Greek community has to offer including outdoor musical performances by Alkistis Protopsalti, pop-up stalls including hand made jewllery and homewares, childrens activities, and delcious food stalls including traditional Loukoumades, authentic lamb souvlaki…

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