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How Non-Competitive Team Sports Build Lasting Confidence in Primary Schoolers

02/10/2026

It is a familiar scene in many homes across the Eastern Suburbs. You want your child out in the fresh air, but they are completely absorbed by a tablet or television screen. Recent 2025 AusPlay data reveals a concerning trend, showing that nearly half of Australian children do not participate in sport-related activities on a regular basis. If you are struggling to pry your kids away from their devices, finding fun ways to encourage them to be active can make a world of difference. However, once you get them out the door, the next hurdle is finding the right sporting…

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by Oscar va
School holidays, Sports

Get the Kids Surfing These School Holidays with Waves Surf School

24/09/2026

Looking for a school holiday activity that gets the kids outdoors, off their devices and into the ocean? For families in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, Waves Surf School offers school holiday surf camps where kids can spend the day learning to surf, improving their skills and building their confidence in the ocean. Based out of Bondi and running surf trips, tours and lessons since 1999, Waves caters for everyone from first-time surfers through to more experienced kids wanting to take their surfing to the next level. More Than Just a Surf Lesson What we like about the Waves school holiday program…

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by jay
School holiday footy camps
School holidays, Sports

School Holiday Footy Camps: Big Fun for Little Footy Players

13/09/2026

Looking for a fun way to keep the kids active during the school holidays? Little Foxes Footy Academy is running school holiday Footy Camps designed especially for younger children aged 4 to 7 years. With plenty of games, movement and footy fun, the camps are a great opportunity for kids to burn off some holiday energy while learning new skills, building confidence and making new friends. And importantly for younger players, the focus isn’t on competition – it’s about having fun, getting involved and enjoying footy. Footy Skills Through Play Little Foxes Footy Academy has designed its holiday camps specifically…

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by jay
Sports

When Your Child Suddenly Wants to Quit Their Sport: What Might Be Going On?

18/08/2026

One week, your child cannot wait to get to training. They talk about their team, practise in the backyard, and count down to game day. Then something changes. “I don’t want to go anymore.” For a parent, this can be confusing. You may wonder if they are simply having a bad week. Perhaps there has been a problem with a coach or teammate. Or maybe they have decided they do not like the sport after all. Sometimes the reason is simple. But a sudden loss of interest can also be a sign that something about the experience has changed for…

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by Oscar va
Events, Free, Sports

TCS Sydney Marathon Weekend Brings Family Runs, Dinosaurs, Live Music & Free Fun to Sydney

13/08/2026

Sydney is getting ready for one of its biggest running weekends of the year, but you certainly don’t need to be a marathon runner to join the fun. The TCS Sydney Marathon weekend, running from Thursday 27 to Sunday 30 August 2026, is shaping up as a huge celebration across the city, with activities for kids and families, free live entertainment, a four-day festival and even a chance to run through Sydney and finish at the iconic Sydney Opera House. From the family-friendly TCS Sydney Mini Marathon to dinosaurs taking over Circular Quay and free music stages along the marathon…

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by jay
New Randwick netball facilities opened
Parks and Beaches, Sports

New Amenities Building Opens at Heffron Park to Support Thousands of Local Netballers

31/07/2026

Thousands of netball players and families across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs will enjoy improved facilities at Heffron Park in Maroubra, with a brand-new amenities building now officially open. The modern facility has been delivered through a partnership between Randwick City Council and the NSW Government under the Level Playing Field Program, providing upgraded amenities for one of the region’s busiest sporting venues. Supporting One of Sydney’s Largest Netball Communities Heffron Park is home to the Randwick Netball Association, which has almost 5,000 members and welcomes more than 10,000 players, families and spectators every Saturday during the netball season. It is the…

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by jay
Sports

Where to Watch the City2Surf 2026: 5 Great Family-Friendly Cheering Spots

28/07/2026

Sydney’s biggest fun run is back! On Sunday 9 August 2026, around 90,000 runners and walkers will make their way from Hyde Park to Bondi Beach for the iconic 14km City2Surf. It’s a day filled with incredible community spirit, colourful costumes, inspiring personal achievements and plenty of entertainment along the course. Even if you’re not taking part, City2Surf is a fantastic event for families. Kids love spotting the creative costumes, making colourful signs and cheering on the runners as they tackle one of Sydney’s most famous courses. If you’re looking for the best places to watch, here are five family-friendly…

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by jay
TCS Sydney mini Marathon
Fitness, Fun, Sports

TCS Sydney Mini Marathon Returns: Sydney’s Biggest 5km Is Back for 2026

22/07/2026

You don’t have to run a marathon to experience the excitement of Australia’s biggest running weekend. The TCS Sydney Mini Marathon presented by ASICS is returning on Saturday 29 August 2026, giving families, first-time runners and fitness enthusiasts the chance to be part of one of Sydney’s most iconic sporting events. Covering a fun and achievable 5-kilometre course, this event is designed for everyone. Whether you’re looking for an active family morning, taking on your first organised run or simply wanting to soak up the incredible atmosphere, the TCS Sydney Mini Marathon is the perfect way to experience marathon weekend….

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Baker park coogee
Parks and Beaches, Sports

New Multi-Purpose Sports Court Coming to Baker Park, Coogee

09/07/2026

Families, teenagers and local sports lovers will soon have a brand-new place to stay active, with Randwick City Council set to deliver a modern multi-purpose sports court at Baker Park in Coogee. Construction is expected to begin in late 2026, with the new community facility scheduled to open before the end of the year. Located at Baker Park, 2R Carr Street, Coogee, the project has been designed to encourage casual recreation, improve opportunities for outdoor exercise and create a welcoming space where people of all ages can enjoy sport together. Designed with the Community The new court has been shaped…

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by jay
bondi beach, Free, Sports

FIFA World Cup Comes to Bondi: A Free Family Day Out by the Beach

14/06/2026

Football fever is coming to Bondi this June as Waverley Council brings the excitement of the FIFA World Cup to one of Sydney’s most iconic locations. A giant live viewing site will be set up at North Bondi Park on Ramsgate Avenue, giving locals and visitors the chance to watch World Cup matches on the big screen while enjoying the stunning backdrop of Bondi Beach. Located at the northern end of Bondi Beach, North Bondi Park is just steps away from the sand, making it the perfect place to relax, soak up the atmosphere and cheer on your favourite team…

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by jay