Inspiration Archives

What happens when Council finds a lost dog?

03/01/2023

In the past month, the Randwick city council Rangers have picked up five lost dogs. Most often, the dog has been found wandering the streets by a concerned resident who has brought it to Council, or it has been taken to a local vet, who called Council to pick it up. None of these dogs had their microchip details up to date and their owners were unable to be contacted. Luckily, in three of the five instances, posts made across our social media channels were able to reunite the dog with their owner. Yet two dogs were not claimed. What…

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For Mums, Inspiration

55 New Year’s Resolutions to Try for 2023

31/12/2022

Lose weight. Quit social media. Cut out alcohol completely. Blah blah blah snoozefest. These are all good goals, don’t get me wrong. But we set the same New Year’s resolutions every single year and then… never really stick to them. So, for 2023, why not shake things up a bit and try creating resolutions of a different variety? Whether you choose one new year resolution or all 55, you’ll be better off for it. These goals for the new year are attainable and fun. 1. Focus on a Passion, Not the Way You Look Influencer Mik Zazon, who’s on a…

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Events, Inspiration, School holidays

Darling Harbour Summerific 23

30/12/2022

Throughout the Darling Harbour precinct, from Dec 27 until Feb 5, visitors can experience a number of terrific summer activities, performances and events. These range from spectacular art installations to pedal boats bobbing on the waters of Cockle Bay and of course, the ever-popular fireworks, a firm summertime favourite with Sydneysiders year in and year out. Whether you’re seeking some fun distractions for the kids these school holidays or you’re hunting for a buzzing atmosphere after dark, Darling Harbour’s Summerific 23 program has you covered. In January, culture vultures can get their fill at two of Sydney Festival’s most vibrant…

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Inspiration

What Christmas left behind: a guide to what you can and can’t recycle

27/12/2022

From shiny wrapping paper to old trees, avoid waste with our expert tips on tidying up after the festive season. The Christmas season can bring lots of happiness – and waste. Local households create and throw out close to 400 tonnes of extra waste at Christmas. City of Sydney waste avoidance officer Katherine O’Sullivan has provided her tips on what can and can’t be recycled, and how to help us keep things out of landfill.If you’re planning your festive season, view our guide on how to have a sustainable Christmas. Gift wrapping Carefully unwrap your gifts. You can save the…

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Inspiration, Kids, School holidays, What to do

Best Christmas Lights in the Eastern Suburbs 2022

22/12/2022

After a few years of disruption the wonder of Christmas Lights returns to the Eastern Suburbs. It’s often one of the favourite Christmas rituals that you can do as a family so we have put together a list of local streets in Sydney’s east that showcase some great lights That the kids will love and there is nothing better when you see their faces literally light up with the magic creations so many have done. Here is our 2023 Local Eastern Suburbs guide to the best Christmas lights in Sydney’s East, (please note these are subject to change and not…

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Inspiration, Photographers, School holidays

MimmynVovo Photo Experience

21/12/2022

Situated amongst the lively food and cultural hub of Rosebery, MimmynVovo has decked its halls with some of the most instagramm-able Christmas props and finery for a magical, immersive pop-up photo experience. Perfect for family snaps, post-lunch ‘friends-mas’ fun, or a selfie sesh with colleagues, you’ll be ditching Santa’s knee to wander through this tricked-up menagerie of festive-themed rooms, selfie-sets and backdrops, capturing the ultimate Christmas content along the way. Find your sweet spot in the Candy Cane Room, featuring a giant candy cane swing, inflatable sweet treats and a very jolly basketball hoop. Dash through the snow in a…

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Inspiration, Kids, School holidays, What to do

Waverley School Holiday Programs

20/12/2022

Art, Craft, Theatre and Sports School holiday activities are back for the summer as Waverley Council launches a fun-filled program of kids’ workshops and events. The program includes both free and paid activities facilitated by a combination of Waverley Council specialist staff, artists, industry professionals and partner organisations. For more information about the Waverley council school Holiday program click the link below. Bondi PavilionThis external link will open in a new window Waverley LibraryThis external link will open in a new window Margaret Whitlam Recreation Centre Waverley, Woollahra Art School

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Inspiration

Kitchen Makeovers Are Making A Splash In The Eastern Suburbs

16/12/2022

Granite Transformations introduced an innovative kitchen renovating method to the Eastern suburbs 25 years ago, and local residents are loving our ‘No Waste, No Mess, No Fuss’ approach to home renovations. Kitchen Resurfacing – The Smarter Way to Renovate Discover our unique and more affordable approach to upgrading your kitchen benchtops, splashbacks and doors. The beauty of what we do is that our client gets to decide how much or how little they choose to renovate. You can choose 1, 2 or 3 of three ways to renovate: Benchtop Resurfacing Instead of dismantling the current benchtop and sending it to…

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Inspiration, Kids, School holidays, What to do

Victoria Park Pool Summer Free Open Day

08/12/2022

Victoria Park Pool will be holding an open day on Saturday 10 December. There’ll be a range of in-centre activities, events, and prizes up for grabs throughout the day, including; Group Fitness Mega Marathon from 7am FREE entry into the pool from 10am – 3pm Giveaways and activities for kids and families Fitness challenges in the gym, including push-up, row and plank challenges BBQ on pool deck PLUS more Where: Victoria Park Pool Parramatta Road and City Road, Camperdown NSW 2050 When: Saturday 10 December from 10am to 3pm Cost: Free Check out our website to learn more.

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Inspiration, School holidays, What to do

Nine days of free art, music, performances and talks to celebrate the opening of our new building.

08/12/2022

Join us for a free program of exciting events and cultural experiences as we celebrate the opening of Sydney’s newest landmark – the Art Gallery of New South Wales’ stunning new building, designed by award-winning architects SANAA. A huge range of performances, talks, tours and workshops is set to bring many forms of art to life. Highlights include a concert in the Domain headlined by Grammy-nominated international pop star Ellie Goulding, supported by Australian artists Meg Mac and Electric Fields; a nightly drone show over Woolloomooloo Bay created by Kamilaroi artist Reko Rennie; and a series of conversations with artists, creatives…

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