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Kids’ Summer School Holidays: Summertime Slime (school years K-6)

January 3, 2024

Summertime slime-making these school holidays is bigger and better than ever, with more slime, more dates and more fun. Summertime slime will be stretchy, fluffy, sandy—you get to choose. Best of all, you get to take your super summertime slime home with you for hours of stretchy, slimey fun. For kids in school years K-6 only. Parental supervision required for children K-2. Cost: Free. Bookings essential online (open 4 December 9.30am). Subject to terms and conditions listed at the bottom of the page. Bookings: Summertime Slime is one of our most popular school holiday events. We are holding super slime-making…

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Kids, School holidays

Art, nature and play collide at a new children’s festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

January 3, 2024

This summer school holidays, children and families are invited to explore a world of art, nature and play at the new Hive Festival. Part of Sydney Festival 2024, Hive Festival is created in partnership with the Art Gallery and Blacktown Arts in collaboration with creative producer Claudia Chidiac. Presented over two weekends, at the Art Gallery of New South Wales on 13 & 14 January 2024 and then The Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre on 19 & 20 January 2024, the free event will see both venues buzzing with interactive artworks, hands-on workshops, performances, storytelling and more. A centrepiece of the…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Summer School Holidays Activities at The Golden Sheaf

January 2, 2024

The Golden Sheaf Hotel in Double Bay is back again with FREE activities for the kids on Sunday afternoons during the summer school holidays. Mark these dates down in your calendar for three fun and stress-free Sunday afternoons with the little ones. · Sunday 14th January 12:30pm – 3:30pm: Arts & Crafts. Unleash your creativity and craft a masterpiece to take home. · Sunday 21st January 12:30pm – 3:30pm: Plaster Painting. Pick your favourite shape and paint colours and create a work of art. · Sunday 28th January 12:30pm – 3:30pm: Face Painting. Transform into the superhero, animal, or fairy…

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Events, Food

Green Square’s new outdoor fresh food market

January 1, 2024

Green Square locals can enjoy a new shopping and dining destination with Zetland now home to a weekly fresh produce market. More than 50 stalls selling farm fresh and organic fruit and vegetables, as well as smoked seafood, baked goods and other gourmet treats will set up at Green Square plaza every Saturday from 8am to 2pm. Cured meats and cheese stalls will also join the markets from April. Homewares, fashion pieces and gifts, as well as live music and activities for kids, will also be at the community markets. Green Square Market will involve local businesses, organisations and performers….

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Events, School holidays, What to do

THE LISTIES: MAKE SOME NOISE!

December 29, 2023

For over a decade the award-winning Listies have toured the world doing shows for literally gazillions of kidults (that’s kids and their adults). Now it’s your turn. Make Some Noise is a comedy concert for humans aged 4-400. Join the maestros of mirth, Rich and Matt, as they belt out a bunch of songs with the LOLs turned up to 11. Will they be in tune? Almost. In time? Not quite. In order? Definitely. Can Rich dance? Let’s find out. It’s a party for your ears and both of them are invited. Hilarious, fabulous fun for the whole family! Where: …

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Health & Wellbeing, What to do

Yoga Walks

December 29, 2023

Proudly supported by Woollahra Council. Yoga Walks bring together the multi-dimensional benefits of being in nature, walking, gentle movement, breathwork and mindfulness. This is a chance to connect with nature and to yourself, in a small group of up to 10, led by experienced yoga teachers. Enjoy a guided walk integrated with standing and seated yoga poses and incorporating breath and mindfulness practices. Invite silent contemplation and reflection. Learn more about First Nations’ connection to Country and “junga- ngarraanga miinggi” (hearing, listening, learning, feeling, thinking, understanding). Yoga Walks are 60 minutes in duration, suitable for all and ideal for seniors….

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Health & Wellbeing, What to do

5 Free outdoor Workouts in the Woollahra Council area

December 28, 2023

If your New Year’s resolution is to get fit, why not make the most of our beautiful local environment and take your workout outdoors. You don’t need a gym membership, most activities are free and they’re right at your doorstep. Here are five suggestions to get you motivated. 1. Try an outdoor gym Try a workout with a view at one of our outdoor gyms. You’ll find exercise equipment at Christison Park, Rushcutters Bay Park and Yarranabbe Park. The exercise equipment is different in each park, ranging from simple static equipment ideal for chin-ups, sit-ups and step-ups, to new interactive…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

OzHarvest Kids Cooking for a Cause in the holidays!

December 22, 2023

OzHarvest’s Cooking for a Cause program is a very special way to connect with our mission and give back to the community. Held here in our kitchen, OzHarvest chefs teach zero-waste cooking skills and discover amazing tips and tricks while transforming rescued ingredients into gourmet meals that support people in need. We’re welcoming kids into the kitchen with their parents/caregivers during the holidays to experience the Cooking for a Cause magic! These sessions have been designed for both kids and adults to enjoy together and strikes the perfect balance – not too basic for the adults, and not too complex…

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Parks & Playgrounds

5 top spots to keep cool this summer

December 21, 2023

When the mercury rises, it’s time to grab your swimmers, hat and sunscreen and cool down in the tranquil waters along our stunning coastline. We picked five of our favourite spots to keep cool this summer. 1) Snorkelling in Camp Cove Camp Cove Beach is one of those ‘secret’ spots that locals would love to keep all to themselves but we think it’s too special not to share. This stretch of pristine sand is nestled adjacent to Sydney Harbour National Park close to Watson’s Bay. It offers perfect paddling conditions for young kids as the water is usually calm with…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

Coogee Sparkles 2023

December 20, 2023

Join the community and ring in 2024 at the family friendly hour of 9pm with a 15-minute fireworks display off the northern headland of Coogee Beach. “Thousands of people flock to the beach with friends and family to watch the fireworks and celebrate the new year in a relaxed way,” said Philipa Veitch, Mayor of Randwick. “There are plenty of great vantage points on the beach and in the surrounding parks. Plus, there will be some fun entertainment along the Coogee Beach promenade from 2pm,” said Mayor Veitch. If you plan on visiting the area, we encourage you to walk…

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