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Check out these new indoor sports courts in Alexandria

April 13, 2022

The city of Sydney has opened 2 new indoor courts as Perry Park continues to transform into a bustling sporting precinct We’ve brought more of our courts indoors at Perry Park Recreation Centre so lovers of netball, futsal, badminton, volleyball and basketball can play and practice year round, no matter the weather. International level futsal games can be hosted at the centre for the first time and tiered seating for bigger crowds is now available. 4 indoor courts at the centre are now available for sports competitions and hire. Work on a FIFA-sized multipurpose sports field, spectator seating and an…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Lauren Briggs

April 11, 2022

Hi, my name is Lauren Briggs and I am a children’s book author and illustrator. I find so much inspiration for my storytelling and drawings from the surrounding beaches, parks and wildlife. My new children’s book, Little Pago is about an endangered sea turtle who mistakes floating plastic for some of his favourite food. I hope that Little Pago will inspire our next generation to turn the tide on plastic pollution and empower our children to value and protect our marine life and oceans. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? I have lived in the Eastern…

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Health & Wellbeing, Pregnancy & Birth

From Preconception to Postpartum:

April 6, 2022

Acupuncture to Support Women Throughout their Transition into Motherhood Preconception Care & Early Pregnancy Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine work in unison to prepare the body for conception and pregnancy. Preconception care at The Dao consists of Acupuncture treatments to support the menstrual cycle, support ovulation, undertake any necessary investigations including functional pathology in an integrative healthcare setting. If a patient is in a couple, we encourage both parties to begin their preconception acupuncture treatments at least 3-months before planning to conceive to optimise the quality of her eggs and improve sperm health. However, our Preconception treatments can commence as…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Elise Clement

April 4, 2022

My name is Elise, I was born in France and my passion for travel and adventure led me to move to Australia 17 years ago with my then boyfriend, now husband, also French. Together we have a 6-year-old daughter who loves to make fun of our accent! Motherhood was the catalyst for me to start living more intentionally, to make choices that feel better aligned with what’s most important in this phase of my life. After 12 years working in corporate, I decided to change careers shortly after the birth of my daughter in order to support women’s wellbeing and…

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Fitness, Health & Wellbeing, Parks & Playgrounds

Four Fantastic Outdoor Fitness Options in Coogee

April 3, 2022

Coogee is easy to get to by bus from the city and Bondi Junction, or walk the coast path around from Bondi in the north or Maroubra in the south. If you have to drive, be warned that parking is a real headache on weekends and holidays [there’s still no meters in most streets though]. The promenade is great for walking, cycling and just people-watching: early mornings bring out the boot campers and sand sprinters, beach volleyball is set up on the sand and on the grass in the afternoons there are performers practising slack line walking, drummers, buskers, Latin…

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Events, Food

Food Trucks are back for the Long Easter Weekend

March 31, 2022

Looking for some fun over the Easter long weekend? Head to Pioneers Park, Malabar where there will be food trucks all weekend long, From Thursday 14 April to Monday 18 April. Date : THU 14 APR 2022 – MON 18 APR 2022 Time : 12 pm – 8 pm Location : Pioneers Park, Malabar Address : 1160 Anzac Parade, Malabar Please note dinner service only on Thursday from 4pm to 8pm. There will be a variety of different vendors selling savoury and sweet treats, so keep an eye on your favourite food truck’s social media pages for their hours of operation. Participating…

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Babies, Events, For Mums

Sydney Baby Expo

March 31, 2022

One Fine Baby is Sydney’s most stylish FREE to attend baby expo. With over 100 boutique pregnancy, maternity, baby and toddler brands for you to try and buy from, expert advice and hands-on courses, beautiful facilities and plenty of entertainment for the little ones, One Fine Baby Fair has it all! SHOPPING Come for exclusive Fair-only deals on everything you need for bump, baby and beyond, including prams from Bugaboo, BABYZEN, UPPAbaby, and Redsbaby, furniture from Incy Interiors and more, feeding, clothing, photographers, nursery and so much more! Key brands: Bugaboo, BABYZEN, UPPAbaby, Redsbaby, Silver Cross, iCandy, Love To Dream,…

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Health & Wellbeing, Pregnancy & Birth

10 Important Things to Consider When Planning a Pregnancy

March 30, 2022

Planning a pregnancy is an exciting time. I’m sure you’re thinking of all the things that will change in your life, what this new family member might be like, talking about names and planning a nursery. Having time to pre-plan your pregnancy is also a great opportunity to ensure you are in the best possible position physically and emotionally to have a healthy and rewarding experience during your pregnancy. Visit Your GP When you’re starting to think about planning a pregnancy, I always recommend a visit to your GP for a general health check-up and to discuss any considerations that are specific to…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Josephine Bridge

March 28, 2022

Hi! My name is Jo, I’m an artist and illustrator based in Woollahra. I live near Cooper Park with my husband Chris and our girls Emily and Annabelle. My background is in Architecture, but I’ve recently made the decision to focus full-time on my lifelong passions, fine art and botanical illustration. I’m really interested in the native flora of Sydney – through my drawings, I hope to raise awareness of our amazingly diverse local species, and ultimately, help conserve our precious bushland. I volunteer with the Bushcare group in Cooper Park, and was recently commissioned by Woollahra Council to illustrate…

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Babies, For Mums, Parenting

Double trouble… to double delight

March 24, 2022

Moving house might be easier! Written by Kate Ledger, Author and mum to Rori and Scarlett Buckey, 9 Hindsight, as we all know, is a very exact science, as was the scan that would change our lives forever. “How do you feel about two heartbeats?”, the sonographer said as she looked at my husband and me. My husband looked at me with brief confusion and wondered if she meant our baby had two hearts. Of course I knew immediately it was TWINS! An incredibly amazing and complex roller-coaster ride had just begun. Raw emotion and panic set in. How on earth…

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