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Free and interactive yarn and storytelling sessions at Barangaroo Reserve throughout November.

November 8, 2023

Join in for a free and interactive yarn and storytelling sessions at Barangaroo Reserve. During November, join the friendly Visitor Services team at Barangaroo to read, share and learn stories from many mobs around Australia. they will have a variety of different tools and weapons on display – to learn about and interact with. Enter via Towns Place, walk along the path past Marrinawi Cove and you’ll find the team on the grass. Everyone is welcome to drop in, no registrations required. Please note, in the case of wet weather our drop-in session won’t proceed. You’ll be updated here and across…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

From timeless pages to magical stages: Possum Magic The Stage Show

November 7, 2023

Looking for a great day out with the family? The Australian classic ‘Possum Magic’ is making a magical return to the stage! Mem Fox and Julie Vivas’ beloved picture book ‘Possum Magic’ has enchanted children for over 40 years. Seen by over 150,000 young people across Australia, Monkey Baa’s delightful adaptation returns to the stage. Grandma Poss loves making magic. She makes wombats blue and kookaburras pink. She makes dingoes smile and emus shrink. But one day, when danger arrives, Grandma Poss uses her most magical spell to make Hush invisible. ‘Pack your Grandma, pack your child, pack enough Vegemite…

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Events

‘THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS’

November 6, 2023

Come along this summer and meet Ratty, Mole, Badger, Otter, Portly, and Mr Toad as they bring Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank to life in Royal Botanic Garden Sydney from 5 to 28 January 2024. This critically acclaimed theatre production, that is now Australia’s best-loved outdoor family entertainment delivers music, songs and laughs for young and old and next year celebrates 22 years in the beautiful gardens. Join Ratty, Mole, Badger, Otter, Portly, and of course, Mr Toad and Head Chief Rabbit as they bring these immortal characters to life and encourage the young audience to…

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Events

Artisans Market Glebe – Christmas Market

November 5, 2023

Beautiful handmade gifts by local artists & designers. Are you looking for unique and beautiful products created by local artisans, thoughtful Christmas gifts for loved ones, and want to support local and passionate creatives in a beautiful outdoor setting with an inviting atmosphere?Come along to the Artisans Market Glebe on Saturday 2 December 2023 and discover a gorgeous spring spectacular of wares lovingly handmade and buy direct from the artists, artisans, creatives and designers themselves! Now in its eighth year, the Artisans Market Glebe is regarded as one of the best artisan outdoor markets in Sydney, with a carefully curated…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Rocket ship touches down at Waverley Park

October 30, 2023

Waverley Council is thrilled to announce that the “landing” of our new rocket ship at Waverley Park playground successfully took place on Friday 20 October 2023. The excitement began at 10.30am when the rocket ship was delivered on truck to the park, followed by being craned into place alongside a bespoke launch control play tower. The rocket ship begins its journey to Waverley Park from our Sydney-based manufacturer. Image: Proludic. Mayor of Waverley, Paula Masselos, said the installation of the new rocket ship was a sight to behold and a major milestone in the Waverley Park upgrade project, proudly co-funded…

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Events

Body Image Forum for parents, carers and educators

October 27, 2023

More than 90% of young people have a concern about their body image What’s the best way to talk about it?” On Wednesday the 1st of November at 6pm, Allegra Spender MP, the Independent Federal Member for Wentworth, will be hosting a forum focused on body image and eating disorders. This is an opportunity for the community to discuss one of the most serious issues facing young people today. The forum is aimed at educators, parents, and carers. If this is you, please register and come along. “Youth mental health, and particularly body image and eating disorders, is one of…

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Events, Inspiration, Kids

Capture a moment in time… The 2023 Sydney Styled Portrait Sessions with Camille Nuttall

October 26, 2023

Let’s shake off the seriousness, free up those locks and step into vibrant frocks and outfits. We’re placing fun number one with this year’s Portrait Sessions in Sydney – themed Carnival Capers! We’re talking wondrous colours, mixed with old-world glam, topped with eclectic circus props to inspire young hearts and imaginations. Your kids will be giggling and dancing around in no time, which is exactly the vibe we want to capture. Styled from head to toe by our expert team, it’ll be smiles all around. ABOUT THE SHOOT We want to wrap up this year with a whole lot of…

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Events

WHISKAS Paints Bondi Purr-Ple For National Cat Day this Sunday!

October 24, 2023

WHISKAS cat food is painting Bondi purr-ple for national cat day (Sun 29th October), welcoming Sydney cat-lovers to experience the playful world of WHISKAS and unleash their inner purr. The activation will feature a giant purple WHISKAS box outside Bondi Pavilion, a nod to cats’ love of cardboard boxes. Inside, cat-lovers can immerse themselves in a cat wonderland with a life-sized scratching post, giant balls of twine and a game designed to test the reflexes of players to determine their cat purr-sonality. Participants can also pick up a ‘kitty’ themed gift bag filled to the brim with WHISKAS treats and samples of the new favourites pouch…

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Events, Inspiration, Kids

Southern right whale children’s art exhibition, Bondi

October 23, 2023

On Saturday 4 November the Australian Conservation Foundation will host a children’s art showcase at Bondi Pavilion to celebrate the southern right whale. “Southern right whales can be seen off the coast from Sydney from June to August as they head north to breed in warmer waters,” said Stephen Lightfoot, leader of ACF Community Eastern Sydney. “In July we had a wonderful whale watching event which more than 80 people attended and a kids art class supported by a local business. “Kids drew pictures of the southern right whale and submitted them to ACF’s Wild at Art competition – Australia’s…

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Parks & Playgrounds

New amenities just in time for summer in South Maroubra

October 22, 2023

new-amenities-just-in-time-for-summer-in-south-maroubra Visiting Maroubra beach has just been made easier with the opening of a new amenities building at South Maroubra Beach. The building was officially opened on Sunday 22 October, just in time for the Maroubra Fun Run and Spring Festival, 2023. “This area of the beach is incredibly popular as people pass through on a costal walk or stop to have a BBQ behind the beach. The new building will ensure visiting South Maroubra is much more comfortable,” said Councillor Philipa Veitch, Mayor of Randwick. The accessible amenities include male, female and unisex bathrooms as well as showers, baby…

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