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Discover One Bright Pearl in Blackburn Gardens

21/12/2022

If you’re visiting Murray Rose Pool for a dip over the holidays, make sure to check out this brilliant new sculpture outside the Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf. One Bright Pearl, by internationally renowned artist Lindy Lee, is a 260kg mirror-polished stainless steel sculpture, measuring 2m in diameter. Symbolic of the diversity of Woollahra’s community, One Bright Pearl reflects on new beginnings and modern migration. The work was selected by Woollahra Council’s Public Art Panel and is the most significant commission by Woollahra Council with principal support from The Carla Zampatti Foundation and other commission donors. “One Bright Pearl is inspired…

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Kids, Parenting, School holidays

TOP TIPS FOR REDUCING KIDS’ SCREEN TIME THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

21/12/2022

As the end of year approaches and with weeks of school holidays on the horizon, how to manage kids’ screen time is front-of-mind for many families across the country. Understanding the challenges, experts from the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program have a few simple strategies to create a healthy balance over the festive season and beyond. Heightened screen time has become increasingly normal for young children and teenagers, with a new research review showing a 52% spike in children’s screen time between 2020 and 2022. According to the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS), most Australian children spend more…

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Inspiration, Kids, School holidays, What to do

Waverley School Holiday Programs

20/12/2022

Art, Craft, Theatre and Sports School holiday activities are back for the summer as Waverley Council launches a fun-filled program of kids’ workshops and events. The program includes both free and paid activities facilitated by a combination of Waverley Council specialist staff, artists, industry professionals and partner organisations. For more information about the Waverley council school Holiday program click the link below. Bondi PavilionThis external link will open in a new window Waverley LibraryThis external link will open in a new window Margaret Whitlam Recreation Centre Waverley, Woollahra Art School

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Health & Wellbeing, Kids, School holidays

Learn how to spot a rip with Dr Rip

18/12/2022

This fascinating, entertaining and multiple award winning presentation by Australia’s best known surf scientist, Dr Rob Brander is not to be missed! Nicknamed ‘Dr Rip’ because of his habit of throwing purple dye into rip currents, the presentation covers how beaches work, how to spot deadly rip currents, and importantly how to get out of one. Keep safe in the surf this summer by understanding your favourite beaches better. You’ll learn how to ‘read’ the conditions of the beach and surf by attending this informative and entertaining presentation. What they said: “Just want to say I’ve been swimming at the beach since…

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Kids, Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays, What to do

Things to do in Sydney with kids

17/12/2022

After school activities, weekend activities, and indoor activities, Sydney has plenty of fun for kids of all ages. Parents, breathe a sigh of relief: we’ve rounded up 20 of the best year-round activities for kids of all ages. If you haven’t got time to read the full piece, here are our top 10. Find a new playground Make a splash at one of indoor our pools Wonder at the beauty of the Royal Botanic Garden Learn new skills at Centennial Park Dive under water at the Sydney Aquarium Get creative with kids activities at Museum of Contemporary Art Play, create…

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Kids, Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays

Cook + Phillip Park Pool Summer Free Open Day

15/12/2022

Cook + Phillip Park Pool will be holding an open day on Saturday 17 December. There’ll be a range of in-centre activities, events, and prizes up for grabs throughout the day, including; Group Fitness Mega Marathon from 9am FREE entry into the pool from 10am – 3pm Giveaways, spin-to-win, and activities for kids and families Fitness challenges in the gym, including push-up, row and plank challenges. Free kids swim assessments Meet the team, including the centre manager, swim instructors and fitness experts PLUS more Where: Cook+Phillip Park Aquatic and Fitness Centre 4 College Street, Sydney NSW 2001 When: Saturday 17 December…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre Summer Free Open Day

13/12/2022

Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre will be holding an open day on Saturday 17 December. There’ll be a range of in-centre activities, events, and prizes up for grabs throughout the day, including; Group Fitness Mega Marathon from 8am FREE entry into the pool from 10am – 3pm Giveaways, spin-to-win, and activities for kids and families Fitness challenges in the gym, including push-up, row and plank challenges. Free kids swim assessments Meet the team, including the centre manager, swim instructors and fitness experts PLUS more Where: Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre 458 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007 When: Saturday 17 December from 10am…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

SNAP A CHRISTMAS PHOTO AT THE HOUSE DOWN UNDER WHERE NORTH IS SOUTH AND SOUTH IS NORTH

12/12/2022

House Down Under is Australia’s first ever inverted house photo experience. Due to popular demand the House Down Under is extending their stay at The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park until the end of January 2023 Capturing the most surreal photos, unique poses from an inverted perspective. Perfect for school holiday fun and a unique Christmas photo experience Turn your world upside–down at Australia’s first ever inverted house photo experience. Located in The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park and now extending their stay until the end of January 2023 after popular demand before moving on to an all-new location, soon to be announced. House…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

Introducing a star-studded line up for the Coogee Carols!

12/12/2022

After a two-year break due to COVID restrictions, the Coogee Carols is back in 2022 and will take place Sunday 18 December at Goldstein Reserve, just behind Coogee Beach. “The whole community is looking forward to the carols being back! This is a fun, family-friendly event and it has been missed. The line-up of talent and singers is second-to-none. This is going to be a spectacular show!” said Dylan Parker, Mayor of Randwick. This year, the carols will be hosted by Melissa Hoyer, one of Australia’s leading and most respected and well-read lifestyle, fashion commentators and popular culture writers for…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Des Renford Leisure Centre School Holiday Programs

11/12/2022

Looking for ideas to entertain the kids during the school holidays? Stop looking – we have the answer! Check out what’s available at Des Renford Leisure Centre. Pool Inflatable Slip, slide and laugh while you negotiate your way along the inflatable for massive amounts of fun and entertainment. Our pool inflatable is available to the public in school holidays and is FREE after normal admission fees. 12pm to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday* (*excludes weekends and Public Holidays) Birthday Parties available Monday – Friday of the school holidays at 11am only. Email DRLC for availability. The pool inflatable is also available to…

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