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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…

by jay

Events, Food, What to do

PLUMER ROAD VILLAGE FAIR RETURNS TO ROSE BAY

November 7, 2022

The annual Plumer Road Village Fair returns to Rose Bay on Sunday November 20, from 10am to 4pm after a 2 year hiatus due to COVID. This community street fair is one of Rose Bay’s favourite events, bringing together local retailers, speciality stalls, family-friendly activities and gourmet food at the quaint set of heritage-listed shops on the corner of Plumer Rd and O’Sullivan Rd. The day!s food will be courtesy of Plumer Road’s fabulous retailers. Fair attendees will be delighted with the assortment of food selections, ranging from French Bistro, Traditional Japanese to Middle Eastern cuisine as well as tantalising…

by jay

Events, Food

“Farmer and Son” Markets, McKeon Street Plaza Maroubra

November 3, 2022

Starting on Sunday 6th November 2022 on a fortnightly basis from 8am to 1pm Bringing fresh produce to McKeon Street Plaza, Farmer & Son is family owned and operated by the Duffell family, who have been farming in the Riverina since 1920. James Duffell has been selling his family’s produce at Farmers’ Markets in Sydney since 2015 and has since expanded the business to include wholesaling to some of Sydney’s best restaurants, as well as retail home-delivery services and more. Farmer & Son now sells not just their own peaches, apricots, oranges, grapes and sugar plums from their own orchards,…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

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 Mum Profiles

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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Food, Health & Wellbeing

Top 3 summer fruit favourites – and the best way to cook with them

October 22, 2022

Strawberry These ruby delights are bursting with sweetness come summertime! But they also have sweet benefits for your body. Did you know strawberries are a rich source of vitamin C? Just ½ cup gives 100% of the daily recommended amount. They’re also known for their fibre (good for the bowels) and variety of phytochemicals, naturally-occurring compounds which protect cells against damage and disease. Extra tip: Add chopped strawberries to your salads with dark leafy greens (think: spinach, silverbeet, kale) – the vitamin C in the strawberries will help boost your body’s absorption of iron in the greens! Get the kids…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

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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For Mums

EXCLUSIVE SUSTAINABLE FASHION STYLING & SHOPPING NIGHT AT VENLA BONDI

October 17, 2022

We are excited to launch an Exclusive Sustainable Fashion Styling and Shopping Night at VENLA BONDI store! VENLA is Australia’s leading rent-a-rack quality secondhand and designer fashion store. The event includes VENLA Fashion Show curated by Sustainable Stylist Tania Mayer. Tania will also share tips for how to build a sustainable wardrobe and what to look for to shop for quality fashion. We will also hear the inspirational story of VENLA‘s chosen local charity Lou’s Place by GM Amanda Greaney. Lou’s Place is a non-profit safe house that empowers women to heal and rebuild their lives. Quality preloved fashion shopping at VENLA BONDI Store is available throughout the…

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Eating Out with Kids, Food

HEART OF SURRY HILLS

October 12, 2022

Four-Week Celebration of Sydney’s Iconic Creative and Culinary Hub Arrives this November Mouth-watering morsels to sample and savour, speciality cocktails, gorgeous character-filled streets and live music and DJ talent for all to enjoy – you’ll want for nothing this November when you immerse yourself in the Heart of Surry Hills. For four exciting weeks, from 01 to 30 November, the Heart of Surry Hills will bring together the area’s renowned and unique culinary flavours and experiences in one all-encompassing showcase. The month-long program of food and beverage, art, markets and music includes a community art project, bespoke and signature beverage…

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Events, Food

UK ICE CREAM TIKTOK PHENOMENON, LITTLE MOONS, LANDS DOWN UNDER

September 27, 2022

L Belgian Chocolate & Hazelnut, Vegan Passionfruit & Mango and Honey Roasted Pistachio mochi available exclusively in Woolworths Little Moons – the mochi ice cream brand which became a viral phenomenon on TikTok and the UK’s fastest growing ice cream brand – has officially arrived Down Under. Launching with three of the brand’s most popular flavours, Vegan Belgian Chocolate & Hazelnut and Vegan Tropical Passionfruit and Mango are now available to buy exclusively from Woolworths, with Honey Roasted Pistachio soon to follow. Little Moons mochi ice cream has been flying off the shelves across the UK since its explosion on…

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