Inspiration Archives

Tis the season to celebrate with Christmas gifts they’ll love to build and rebuild again and again!

13/12/2021

The LEGO® Certified Store at Westfield Bondi Junction houses a huge range of LEGO® sets to match every interest. With sets such as the LEGO® Harry Potter™ Hogwarts™ Icons – Collectors Edition set, the LEGO® Ideas Home Alone set, and the LEGO® Creator Expert Titanic set, to name a few, absolutely everyone can find something they love at LEGO® Certified Stores! Excitingly – the LEGO® Certified Store at Westfield Bondi Junction is offering all Eastern Suburbs Mums followers the chance to receive a free gift with purchase *while stocks last! To claim your free LEGO® gift, all you have to do is spend over…

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Business & Career, Inspiration

Women’s Art Prize

09/12/2021

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. The United Nations theme for International Women’s Day 2022 is: ‘Break the Bias’. Each year, Randwick City Council hosts an art exhibition in honour of International Women’s Day. The competition is open to female artists who live, work or study in Randwick City. This competition encourages women to showcase their creative talents, recognising the important contribution women make to families, workplaces and communities. Council’s International Women’s Day Art Prize provides a unique platform for local women to celebrate their creative…

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Events, Inspiration, What to do

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

08/12/2021

There’s never been a better time to celebrate New Year’s Eve as a family in Sydney post-lockdown, with COVID crowd restrictions meaning Aussies won’t be jostling for prime harbourfront positio With as many as 45,000 people attending events in the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney pre-COVID, this year’s crowd figures are capped at 28,000 across all seven events. Coupled with international visitors no longer making up the bulk of the crowds, families will get the harbour to themselves to watch the 9pm and midnight fireworks spectaculars. After a stressful period of lockdowns and home schooling, families will be able to enjoy…

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Inspiration, Kids

AUSSIE BIG ACHIEVERS

05/12/2021

Inspired by his nine-year-old son Oliver; Eastern Suburbs local Richard Simpkin wanted to teach children about Australian’s that had a dream when they were children and believed in themselves to achieve their dreams. The Aussie Big Achievers series of books are a fun and educational way for children to learn about some of Australia’s most interesting and inspiring people that have helped shape our nation. Each book encourages children to always believe in themselves and never give up on their dreams. Richard chose Steve Irwin, Cathy Freeman and Ash Barty as he and his son were really inspired by all…

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Inspiration, Parks & Playgrounds

Explore the Trumper Park trail in Paddington

30/11/2021

There are many family-friendly scenic trails within the Eastern Suburbs that are packed with adventure, gorgeous views and fun playgrounds. The team at Woollahra Council have put together a number of different walks where you can explore our gorgeous surroundings. The Trumper Park trail in Paddington is a brand new route, highlighting spectacular spots within this natural bushland. Visit Woollahra Council for more exciting trails. Trumper Park is one of our favourite local hidden secrets to escape the hustle and bustle. A short ten minute walk from Edgecliff Station, this park consists of a series of walking trails connecting surrounding…

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Events, Inspiration, What to do

The Sydney Christmas Fair

28/11/2021

Celebrate the festive season over three jam-packed weekends this December! The Sydney Christmas Fair is set to take over Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park on the weekends of 4th-5th, 11th – 12th, and 18th-19th December 2021. Tickets are on sale now! This family-friendly extravaganza will feature a huge line-up of entertainment for all the family to enjoy, including all your favourite Carnival Rides and Games, interactive Elf Workshops, Gingerbread House Party, Letters to Santa and so much more! Get into the spirit of Christmas at the Sydney Christmas Fair and look forward to: Carnival Rides: Check out the 2-hour unlimited rider…

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Events, Inspiration, What to do

Bronte House Open Weekend – garden only!

26/11/2021

Bronte House’s story begins in 1836 when William Mortimer Lewis, Colonial Architect, bought 42 acres of land at ‘Nelson Bay’ (the name given to the bay at Bronte Beach). He began building a house but when an economic depression hit in 1843, was forced to sell the property before its completion. Robert Lowe, an English barrister and later NSW parliamentarian bought the property as a ‘country residence’ and finished the house in 1845. He and his wife Georgiana were some of the Bronte House’s most charismatic inhabitants, despite only being in resident for four years. The house change hands quickly…

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Events, Inspiration, What to do

THE ROCKS TRANSFORMS INTO A FESTIVE WONDERLAND THIS CHRISTMAS

26/11/2021

As we head towards the end of the year, it’s time to celebrate with a wonderful Christmas in The Rocks! Heading into a festive period we all truly deserve, The Rocks is putting on an unmissable show of holiday fun. GRAB THE PERFECT GRAM AT THE ROCKS WONDERLANES To get Sydneysiders into the Christmas spirit, The Rocks will transform into a magical wonderland featuring fun, festive holiday Wonderlanes for the first time, with holiday cheer hidden down every cobblestoned path. Starting at Nurse’s Walk, dozens of elves have come in from all directions bringing Christmas magic to The Rocks. See…

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Inspiration, What to do

Off-Piste Ski and Snowboard

25/11/2021

A Little Bit About Us… Off-Piste is Sydney’s only Indoor Ski & Snowboard Simulator Training Facility. We have four state of the art simulators which emulate the exact feeling of flying down the slopes. Our combination training technique and cardiovascular conditioning builds muscle memory to prepare you for the snow and to become SkiFit. Here at Off-Piste we offer a wide range of classes and training to best tailor each session to You. With experienced and certified ski and snowboard instructors to take You through each lesson you’ll be ready for the slopes in no time! Our training is suited…

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Inspiration, What to do

Ultimate Family weekend getaway “The Beach House at Newport”

24/11/2021

Only 60 minutes from the eastern suburbs, The Beach House Newport offers a great family weekend away. Whether your thinking of an unforgettable group getaway, yoga retreat, or family reunion; The Beach House was designed with group activity in mind. If you feel like you’d rather have some alone time, sneak away to read in the garden, grab a coffee at a nearby café or walk along beach only 250m away. Thoughtfully designed for the entire group, the owner has used the layout to create spaces for group get togethers with 11 individual beds. The decor is modern, completely clutter-free,…

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