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Winter Fun Sorted! Free Woollahra Council School Holiday Activities for Kids & Teens

20/06/2025

Looking for creative, educational, and free activities to keep your kids engaged during the July 2025 school holidays?Woollahra Council has curated a vibrant program across its libraries, offering something for every age group—from curious preschoolers to tech-savvy teens. 🌼 Nature-Inspired Fun for Ages 5–12 Book an Adventure QuestEmbark on a magical journey through Woollahra Libraries, searching for tooth fairies, missing teeth, and hidden flower trails. This interactive quest runs from Monday, 7 July to Saturday, 23 August 2025.woollahra.nsw.gov.au+3woollahra.nsw.gov.au+3woollahra.nsw.gov.au+3 Flower Power CraftOn Monday, 7 July 2025, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM, kids can experiment with printmaking, flower pounding, and tie-dye…

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Cinema, School holidays

CHIFF 2025 Delivers Big-Screen Fun for Kids These School Holidays – Now with a Zombie Twist!

19/06/2025

Looking for the ultimate kids’ school holiday activity in Sydney? The Children’s International Film Festival (CHIFF) 2025 is rolling on through the winter break with a packed program of family-friendly films — and an exciting new addition just in time for the holidays! Screenings run until 20 July 2025, giving families across the Eastern Suburbs plenty of time to enjoy the magic of the big screen at Ritz Cinemas Randwick. 🌍 Films from Around the World — Just for Kids CHIFF is a film festival designed exclusively for young audiences. Featuring 25 international films — including 19 Australian premieres —…

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Community, Parks & Playgrounds

New Pump Park, Town Centre Upgrades, and Surf Club Plans: Highlights from Randwick Council’s June Meeting

18/06/2025

Exciting things are on the horizon for Randwick City, with big projects given the green light at the June 2025 Randwick Council meeting, held on Tuesday 17 June. From new recreational spaces to upgrades in key community hubs, the Council discussed several initiatives that will benefit local families and active residents. Cromwell Park chosen as site for new BMX Pump Park in Malabar A major win for local kids, teens and families—Cromwell Park (North), Malabar, has officially been endorsed as the preferred site for Randwick’s first-ever BMX pump park. Following extensive community consultation, Cromwell Park came out on top, receiving…

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Playgroups

Bubbly Fun for Little Ones at Rose Bay Cottage Playgroup

18/06/2025

Looking for a relaxed and social morning activity to enjoy with your little one? The Holdsworth Rose Bay Cottage Playgroup is hosting a “Bubbly Fun” session on Wednesday, 2 July 2025—and it’s the perfect way to kick off the winter holidays! Held at the welcoming Rose Bay Cottage on O’Sullivan Road, this weekly playgroup provides a safe and stimulating environment for children aged 0–5 and their carers. The upcoming themed session will include sensory bubble play, fun craft activities, and plenty of time for kids to explore, while mums (and dads or carers!) enjoy a cuppa and a chat. Sessions…

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Events, School holidays

Ice Skating with a View: Bondi’s Coolest Winter Attraction

16/06/2025

The Bondi Festival Ice Rink is a beloved winter attraction that transforms Bondi Beach into a magical, beachside skating haven. Part of the annual Bondi Festival, this outdoor rink offers a unique opportunity to skate with ocean views, creating a memorable experience for visitors of all ages. ❄️ Skating by the Sea Located near the Bondi Pavilion, the rink operates daily from 10:00 AM to 8:45 PM, with the last session starting at 8:00 PM. Sessions last 45 minutes and include skate hire. Whether you’re a seasoned skater or a first-timer, the rink caters to all skill levels. For beginners,…

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Community, Events

Beach Breaks 2025

15/06/2025

Sunday 20 July 2025 at Maroubra Beach. Beach Breaks is a free community event that celebrates the proud and colourful surfing history and culture of Maroubra Beach. Located at Maroubra Beach Promenade (near the Cr of McKeon Street and Marine Parade) and McKeon St Plaza. We enjoyed live music, stalls, food, entertainment, kids activities and much more throughout the day. Australian Surfing Walk of Fame 2025 The Australian Surfing Walk of Fame is a presentation that takes place at 1pm during our Beach Breaks event, where the achievements and dedication of local surfers and surf lifesavers were recognised. Find out…

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Events, School holidays

SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE ANNOUNCES KIDS WINTER PROGRAM

13/06/2025

The Sydney Opera House today unveiled its winter program for kids and families, featuring a lively selection of international and Australian performances for bookworms, creative builders and lovers of the absurd. The season features whimsical page-to-stage adaptations including unmissable theatre for all ages in Shake & Stir’s uproarious production of Roald Dahl’s beloved The Twits, and from Ireland, A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings is a magic-realist production showcasing the imaginative world of Nobel Prize-winning writer Gabriel García Márquez. Masterful slapstick and puppetry will take to the Opera House stages with BullyBully from the Netherlands, a hilariously timely performance illustrating how toddlers and…

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Events, School holidays

TINKERBELL AND THE DREAM FAIRIES

13/06/2025

Join the magical fairies on an exciting musical adventure 27 September – 12 October 2025 Royal Botanic Garden Sydney – Pioneer Garden For the Spring school holidays, join in an enchanting world of song and dance as the adventurous Tinkerbell flies into the Royal Botanic Garden from Saturday 27 September to Sunday 12 October. Along the way, Tinkerbell meets up with the fairies from A Midsummer Night’s Dream, the cheeky Mustardseed, fluttery Moth, daring Cobweb and sweet Peaseblossom as they go on a magical quest to help Tinkerbell find her lost wings. The audience is invited to join in the…

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Free, School holidays

NOCTURNE SOUNDTRACKS THE NIGHT WITH FREE CONCERTS THIS WINTER AT BARANGAROO’S PIER PAVILION

11/06/2025

Experience the magic of music at Nocturne, a free series of intimate chamber music concerts in the stunning new Pier Pavilion. Barangaroo’s Pier Pavilion will fill with music this winter at Nocturne, a series of free music concerts running from 26 June – 19 July. Featuring a diverse lineup of performers curated by Musica Viva Australia, visitors to this stunning waterfront location can experience a magical soundscape under the stars brought to life by talented Sydney instrumentalists each week. NOCTURNE AT PIER PAVILION Sydneysiders can immerse themselves in a mesmerising free four week series of chamber music concerts at Pier…

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Events, School holidays

Australia’s Largest Inflatable Obstacle Course, Tuff Nutterz, Returns to Sydney This Winter

11/06/2025

This winter, Tuff Nutterz—the wildly popular inflatable obstacle course—returns to Centennial Parklands for a limited-time family event that promises fun, fitness, and unforgettable memories. Running from Thursday, July 10 to Sunday, July 20, 2025, Tuff Nutterz will once again transform the Brazilian Fields West into a 300-metre-long inflatable adventure. With over 30 unique obstacles, including giant slides, climbing walls, tunnels, and balance balls, this mega-course is designed to entertain and challenge participants of all ages. A Family-Friendly Event for All Ages Tuff Nutterz is the perfect school holiday outing. Children aged 5 and above can tackle the full course independently,…

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