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Free Family Fun Day Comes to Bondi Junction These Spring School Holidays

10/09/2026

Looking for something free and fun to do with the kids these spring school holidays? Head to Bondi Junction on Monday 28 September for a Family Fun Day filled with activities, entertainment and hands-on experiences for kids. Taking over Oxford Street Mall from 10:30am to 1:30pm, the event is a great excuse to get out of the house, meet up with friends and keep the kids entertained without spending a fortune. Plenty to Keep the Kids Busy Waverley Council’s Family Fun Days are all about giving children the chance to create, explore, learn and play. Families can expect a mix…

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Calling All Zara Larsson Fans: A Pop Party Is Coming to Waverley Library These School Holidays

07/09/2026

If you have a 10+ year old who loves pop music, getting creative and hanging out with friends, Waverley Library has a school holiday activity that might earn you some serious parenting points. As part of Waverley Council’s School Holiday Program, the library is hosting a Zara Larsson Party – an hour of music, creativity, face art and pop-star fun inspired by the Swedish pop superstar. And this one feels particularly perfect for tween and teen girls looking for something fun to do with their friends during the holidays. Grab Your Friends and Make a Morning of It Taking place…

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Calling All Junior Detectives: A Forensic Science Workshop Is Coming to Waverley Library

07/09/2026

Got a curious kid who loves mysteries, science experiments and figuring out whodunnit? This could be one of the most intriguing activities on the school holiday calendar. Waverley Library is turning young investigators into forensic detectives these spring school holidays with a hands-on workshop designed especially for children aged 8 to 12 years. Hosted by Mad About Science, the Forensic Detective Workshop invites kids to grab their notebooks, sharpen their observation skills and discover how science can be used to solve a mystery. Can Your Junior Detective Crack the Case? Forget simply hearing about forensic science – in this workshop,…

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Waverley’s Spring School Holiday Program Is Packed With Creative kids Fun

06/09/2026

If you’re starting to wonder how you’re going to keep the kids entertained these spring school holidays, Waverley Council has put together a program filled with creativity, live entertainment, art and plenty of opportunities to get out of the house. The Waverley Spring School Holiday Program runs from Monday 28 September to Friday 9 October 2026, with activities taking place around the local area and special family events at Bondi Pavilion continuing into the surrounding weekends. Whether your child loves getting messy with art materials, prefers being active, or simply wants a good laugh, there are options for different ages…

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PAW Patrol, Baby Animals and Wildlife Adventures at Taronga Zoo These Spring School Holidays

29/08/2026

If you’re looking for a family day out these Spring School Holidays, Taronga Zoo Sydney has plenty happening to keep kids of all ages entertained. Alongside more than 6,500 animals, families can catch a free PAW Patrol Kids Show featuring Chase and Marshall, meet some adorable new animal arrivals and enjoy more than 15 wildlife presentations and keeper talks throughout the day. With so much included in general Zoo admission, it could easily become a full-day school holiday adventure. Meet Chase and Marshall from PAW Patrol For younger PAW Patrol fans, this could be the highlight of the holidays. Chase…

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CLUB FLAMINGO

26/08/2026

THE GRAND ELECTRIC presents CLUB FLAMINGO, A daytime nightclub where kids rule the dance floor, grown-ups join the fun and the whole family becomes part of the show Sydney families are invited to slip on their sparkles, sequins and dancing shoes as Club Flamingo transforms The Grand Electric into Australia’s Family Nightclub Saturday afternoons from 5 September. Expect a resident DJ, incredible guest circus stars, a giant dance floor and spectacular live entertainment. Think dance-offs, confetti, bubbles, incredible circus acts and one giant dance floor where kids and their grown-ups are invited to join the action together. Audience favourites from…

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Museum of Illusions Sydney: A Mind-Bending Family Adventure in the City

25/08/2026

Looking for a Sydney outing that will have the kids questioning everything they see? Museum of Illusions Sydney has opened in the heart of the CBD, bringing more than 70 interactive exhibits, optical illusions and reality-bending experiences to George Street. Part science, part playground and part photo opportunity, this immersive attraction is designed to entertain curious minds of all ages — making it an easy addition to the list for Eastern Suburbs families looking for something different to do in the city. Is Your Brain Playing Tricks on You? At Museum of Illusions, things aren’t always quite what they seem….

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Coogee Winter Nights Returns Next Wednesday with Fire, Ice and Family Fun

16/07/2026

Coogee Bay Road will transform into a magical winter playground next Wednesday, 22 July, as Coogee Winter Nights returns with an evening of live entertainment, fire pits, outdoor dining, family activities and free movies under the stars. Running from 5.30pm to 9.00pm, the popular community event will see a section of Coogee Bay Road between Arden Street and Brook Street closed to traffic, creating a vibrant pedestrian-friendly festival celebrating the best of winter by the beach. Three Winter Zones to Explore Visitors can wander through three unique themed areas, each offering a different experience throughout the evening. 🎵 Live Entertainment…

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Why Fast-Track Swimming Lessons Can Help Your Child Build Skills and Confidence Faster

13/07/2026

Swimming is one of the most valuable life skills a child can learn. It not only teaches water safety but also builds confidence, resilience, coordination and fitness. While weekly swimming lessons provide steady progress, many parents are discovering that fast-track swimming programs, also known as swim intensives, can help children develop their skills even more quickly. By attending lessons on consecutive days over a short period, children have the opportunity to reinforce what they’ve learned before the skills are forgotten. This concentrated approach often leads to noticeable improvements in confidence, technique and overall swimming ability. Why Daily Swimming Lessons Work…

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Free Winter Kids Movie Screening Coming to Waverley Library These School Holidays

10/07/2026

Looking for a free school holiday activity that’s perfect for older kids? Waverley Library is hosting a Winter Kids Movie Screening these July school holidays, offering families the chance to enjoy a fun morning of laughs, action and adventure. The screening will take place on Friday 17 July, from 10:00am to 11:30am, at Waverley Library in Bondi Junction, and is suitable for children aged 8 years and over. An Action-Packed Family Adventure The featured film is an entertaining action-comedy about two children who believe their parents lead ordinary, uneventful lives. What they don’t realise is that their mum and dad…

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