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Kids, Playgroups, Toddlers

Welcome to Toddler Sense Inner Sydney!

March 10, 2026

Toddler Sense is a whole new world of sensory stimulation, play, fun adventures and learning for you and your toddler. Every Toddler Sense class is filled with creative and fun activities to help your toddler develop vital physical, communication, social, emotional and cognitive skills and to burn off excess energy. Our classes focus on supporting toddlers to develop pre-school readiness skills, socialisation, sharing and co-operation through small group play. Toddler Sense draws on research, and the work of child development theorists and childcare experts, to offer a complete approach to learning and development from 13 months to 3.5 years of…

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Inspiration, Kids

Sydney Eastern Community Connect (SECC) is thrilled to announce the relaunch of its popular Toy Library

February 5, 2026

Sydney Eastern Community Connect (SECC) is thrilled to announce the relaunch of its popular Toy Library, redesigned to better support all families — including children with disabilities and additional needs. Thanks to a grant from Toy Libraries Australia, the refreshed SECC Toy Library is now of only two inclusive libraries across Sydney. It offers a collection of over 1000 toys, with a growing range of sensory-friendly and inclusive play resources. The library supports children aged 0–12 years and includes developmental play options designed to suit a wide variety of interests, abilities and learning styles. “Play is vital to every child’s development and wellbeing,” said Ruming Yang, Acting Hub Manager at SECC. “This refresh…

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Parenting

8 Tips for teaching kids respect and conflict resolution

December 1, 2025

Teaching kids to be respectful and handle conflict is one of the most valuable things you can do as a parent. These skills benefit society as a whole. But on an individual level, they shape how your children treat others, help them to manage their emotions, and enable them to move through the world more smoothly as they grow. We are regularly contacted by mums in the Eastern Suburbs who are looking for simple ways to instil positive behaviour within their kids. That is why we have decided to put together this post. In it, we’ll highlight eight practical, gentle,…

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Free, Toddlers

Toddlers Love It! Bop 2 Books Brings Joy to Tuesday Mornings

November 25, 2025

There is Still Time to Join Bop 2 Books at Margaret Martin Library before the end of the year.  Looking for a fun, screen-free activity for your toddler? Bop 2 Books at Margaret Martin Library in Randwick is a beloved weekly program for children aged 24–36 months — and there are still plenty of Tuesday sessions left this year. Running every Tuesday from 10.30am–11am (excluding school and public holidays), Bop 2 Books is a lively mix of music, rhymes and stories that supports early learning in a warm, friendly environment. It’s the perfect mid-week outing for curious toddlers and their…

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Parenting, Relationship

Can Single Parents Truly Make a New Romantic Relationship Work?

November 14, 2025

Can Single Parents Truly Make a New Romantic Relationship Work? Dating after having children brings a specific set of questions that people without kids rarely consider. Where does the relationship fit? How do you protect your children from disappointment? When does a new partner meet the family? These are not hypothetical concerns. They shape real decisions for millions of people. The U.S. Census Bureau counted 9.8 million one-parent households in 2023. That figure includes 7.3 million mother-only and 2.5 million father-only households. A quarter of American children under 18 live with one parent. The question of romantic success for this…

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Community, Kids

Get Ready to Rock at Waverley Library’s Rocking Rhyme Time!

October 24, 2025

If your little one loves to move, sing, and giggle, then Thursday mornings at Waverley Library are about to become their favourite time of the week! Every Thursday from 10:15am, families are invited to join Rocking Rhyme Time, a fun and interactive session designed especially for children aged 2 to 4 years. It’s a lively mix of music, movement, rhymes, and stories that will have toddlers and preschoolers clapping, dancing, and learning through play. Run by the friendly Waverley Library team, Rocking Rhyme Time is a wonderful way for children to build early literacy and social skills — all while…

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Events, Kids

Music meets playtime joy: Rhythm n Bubs returns to Darling Harbour this November

October 23, 2025

The sweetest sound in the city is back! Rhythm n Bubs returns this November, bringing music, laughter, learning and little dancing feet to Darling Harbour every Wednesday morning on the Playground Lawn. Running from 5 November to 25 March, this free weekly event invites parents and carers to soak up the sun and share in the joy of music with their little ones. Designed for children ages 1 to 5 years, Rhythm n Bubs will transform Darling Harbour into a musical playground, complete with sing-a-longs, percussion play and plenty of smiles. Led by passionate music educators from Mini Musica, Angie Who, the…

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After School Activities, Kids, School holidays

The Gymbaroo Difference: More Than Just Play at Kensington

September 27, 2025

In the bustling Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, where families are always on the lookout for enriching activities for their little ones, one name stands out as a beacon of early childhood development: Gymbaroo Kensington. For over nine years, this beloved centre has been a cornerstone of the community, providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where babies, toddlers, and preschoolers can learn, grow, and thrive. At the heart of Gymbaroo Kensington’s success is its owner and operator, Bernie Good. Who proudly calls herself “A Coogee Girl”,  is born and bred in Coogee, giving her a unique and personal understanding of the…

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School holidays, Theatre, Toddlers

Bubba-Licious: A Sensory Theatre Show Just for Babies and Toddlers

September 19, 2025

Looking for the perfect first theatre experience for your little one? Bubba-Licious is a joyful sensory performance designed especially for babies and toddlers, combining colour, sound, light and movement to spark wonder in curious young minds. From puppetry and clowning to bubbles and shadow play, this award-winning show is guaranteed to keep tiny audiences mesmerised while giving parents a chance to soak up the magic too. Why Families Love It ⭐ Created for babies and toddlers – gentle, engaging and full of colour⭐ Award-Winning – Best Kids Show, Adelaide Fringe 2023 (Weekly Award)⭐ Proven Hit – Sold-out seasons in Edinburgh,…

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Free, Kids

MEET EVIE! PEPPA PIG’S NEW BABY SISTER MAKES HER TV DEBUT ON ABC KIDS AND ABC IVIEW

September 4, 2025

A transformative new era of PEPPA PIG begins with all-new episodes featuring fresh storytelling, modern touches and meaningful moments for today’s families Evie, Peppa Pig’s new baby sister, makes her highly anticipated television debut as brand-new season 11 episodes premiere on ABC Kids and ABC iview beginning 15th September 2025, weekdays at 7.55am. These episodes mark a strategic evolution for Hasbro’s globally beloved PEPPA PIG franchise, presenting a refreshed tone, more vibrant visual style and new character dynamics that reflect the lives of today’s preschoolers and their parents. For over 20 years, Peppa Pig has been the first best friend of…

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