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Step on up! Construction on Little Bay beach stairs now complete

03/07/2023

Works to widen the timber staircase leading down to Little Bay Beach are now complete, finishing well ahead of schedule. Previously, Little Bay Beach could only be formally accessed via a single set of steep, narrow timber stairs. which made access difficult, particularly in summer when thousands of beach goers visit the beach daily carrying beach gear, eskies, fishing rods and scuba gear. The staircase has been widened using the existing footings with new Blackbutt timber treads and non-slip nosings in accordance with building regulations. Works commenced in early May 2023 and were estimated to take 12-14 weeks to complete,…

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School holidays, What to do

Little Red Riding Hood – Winter 2023

02/07/2023

Be careful that you don’t stray too far from the path in this interactive tale of Little Red Riding Hood. This roving performance tells the classic tale we all know and love with the chance for the audience to be in the story. Meet all of your favourite characters- the hungry wolf, the sweet and innocent Red Riding Hood, and the huntsman as they tell this delightful tale set in the forest that is as enchanting as the story itself. Be a part of this Aussie adaptation of the fairy tale, Little Red Riding Hood by dressing up to be…

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Events, What to do

Community planting for National Tree Day

01/07/2023

Get hands-on planting native grasses, groundcovers and flowering herbs in Surry Hills. Come along and help enhance the meadow habitat being established along Cleveland Street. We’ll set out 5000 plants including kangaroo grass, barbwire grass and native flowering violets. This will support the local biodiversity including small birds, insect pollinators, lizards and frogs. Prince Alfred Park was originally a grassy Eucalypt woodland, which was developed as government pasture in the 1900s for livestock grazing. A native meadow was started in the area in 2011 as part of the park upgrade. Our community planting will start at 10am and finish once everything…

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Events, School holidays

Winter Book Fair, Woollahra Library

29/06/2023

The Book Fair is a fantastic opportunity to buy an eclectic range of books from our impressive collection. From back issues of The New Yorker and Vogue to beautiful art folios, bestselling fiction, travel, cookbooks, children’s picture books and more, there is always something for everyone. Come and visit our Winter Book Fair. Browse a great variety of ex-Library fiction, non-fiction and magazines for adults and children. When: Sunday 2 July 2023, 10:00am-4:00pm Where: Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay

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Events, School holidays

Tinseltown (Christmas In July)

29/06/2023

Tinseltown is coming, just in time for Winter! The all-encompassing Christmas-themed pop-up will be fulfilling all your festive wishes. The event is overflowing with holly jolly Christmas spirit! Tinseltown is all about celebrating Christmas so you can expect elves, presents, tinsel, festive tunes, and lots of winter warmer drinks, including a fabulous Christmas cocktail menu! The halls are more than fully decked with baubles, bows, hanging trees, wreaths, and just about every festive goodie ever! You’ll be left unable to shake the spirit and joy of our favourite season. Tickets include entry to the themed bar and a bespoke cocktail on…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

BONDI FESTIVAL ICE RINK

26/06/2023

Nothing says winter in Sydney like taking the family for a skate on the world-famous Bondi Festival Ice Rink. We have ice skates of all sizes and push-along penguins for the little ones, so shimmy into some skates and glide across the ice (or shuffle if you’re a first-timer) – all whilst enjoying the best view in town. The Bondi Festival Ice Rink is open to everyone, every day of the Festival. TIMES: 10am – 9pm daily (last session 8pm) PRICES: Ages 15+ $27 Ages 5 – 14 $20 Ages 4 & under $15 Family Ticket (2 adults 2 kids…

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Eating Out with Kids, Events, Food, School holidays

PAW Patrol Children’s Tea

24/06/2023

It’s all paws on deck at The Langham, Sydney as the PAW Patrol report for duty! Join Marshall, Chase, Skye, Rubble, Rocky, Zuma, Everest, Tracker and Ryder on their next mission with our PAW Patrol children’s tea. Enter a pup-tacular world as our Harbour Room transforms into an Adventure Bay wonderland. Your little ones can expect a PAW Patrol themed sweet and savoury menu created by award-winning celebrity chef, Anna Polyviou including ‘ZUMA FUDGE BROWNIE’ – (Milo Crème, Coco Pop Crunch) ‘PAW CHASE CAKE’ – (White Chocolate Mud Cake, Salted Caramel, Whipped White Chocolate) ‘MARSHALL MAC ‘N’ CHEESE’ – (Creamy Macaroni, Mozzarella, Breadcrumbs) ‘SKYE BEEF PIE’ – (Beef Mince Gravy,…

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Events

Beach Breaks Maroubra

20/06/2023

Beach Breaks will come back for 2023! The event will be held on Sunday, 23 July, at Maroubra Beach from 11am to 4pm. Beach Breaks is a free community event that celebrates the proud and colourful surfing history and culture of Maroubra Beach. There will be live music, entertainment, workshops and activities for the kids! McKeon St will be closed to traffic and will be filled with outdoor dining seating. The Mad Mex Grommet State Titles held between Friday 21 to Monday 24 July 2023. Surfing Walk of Fame The Surfing Walk of Fame presentation will take place at 1pm…

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Events, Inspiration, Kids

Waverley Library Kids Book sale

20/06/2023

A huge range of ex-library junior and young adult fiction is for sale. Vintage, modern, Australiana and classic books will be available. Eftpos or cash. No change facilities available. Books will be continually added throughout the day. Don’t forget your library bag! Where: Waverley Library Ron Lander Centre, 32-48 Denison Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 When: Saturday 24 June from 10am to 2pm Sunday 25 June from 1:30pm to 4pm

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Events

Weekend celebrations in Kingsford to officially open new Meeks Street Plaza

15/06/2023

The new Meeks Street Plaza in Kingsford will come alive on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 June 2023 as part of official opening celebrations, Randwick Mayor Dylan Parker announced. On Saturday evening, people are encouraged to bring takeaway food from the local restaurants and listen to DJs and live music 4pm to 8pm. There’ll be kids’ entertainment, free doughnuts and bubble tea with official proceedings at 5pm. On Sunday there will be more live music from 9am to midday as well as a farmer’s market selling fresh fruit and produce. “This stretch of Randwick City along Anzac Parade was hard…

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