School holidays Archives

Waverley School Holiday Programs

September 10, 2024

Next School Holiday Dates: Monday 30 September to Friday 11 October 2024 Bookings for the Spring School Holiday Program will open on Monday 2 September 2024. Our programs are super popular so please book early to avoid disappointment. We have a great line-up of fun-filled activities, workshops and events coming up for the Spring School Holiday program. Both free and paid activities will be facilitated by a combination of Waverley Council specialist staff, artists, industry professionals and partner organisations. The following locations will be offering different programs to suit all ages: Bondi Pavilion – BOOK HERE The Librarian circus theatre (5-12…

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Kids, School holidays

MOTIV8 HOLIDAY CAMPS

September 7, 2024

MOTIV8 is Australia’s leading school holiday camps and we are running in the Eastern Suburbs these school holidays. Our camps are for Primary School aged kids and a fantastic way to keep them busy, active and off screens during the holidays. Kids DO NOT have to be good at sports to love a MOTIV8 camp. Our activities suit all levels of ability and fun for all ages. Our camps are ALL WEATHER as we run out of huge indoor and outdoor facilities. MOTIV8 is all about teamwork, being active, good sportsmanship, fun and giving things a go. Kids undertake multi…

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School holidays

Ascham School Holiday Program

September 4, 2024

The Ascham Holiday Academy operates during the school holidays at Ascham School for students in years K-6. Programs are open to both Ascham and Non-Ascham students, girls, and boys, and runs for a full school day (9am to 3.30pm). The Ascham Holiday Academy operates during the school holidays at Ascham School. Programs are open to both Ascham and Non-Ascham students, girls, and boys, and runs for a full school day (9am to 3.30pm). Our activities include performing arts, multi-sports, STEAM, baking, coding, and more. Each program is engaging, educational and entertaining with an opportunity to make great new friends and…

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School holidays, What to do

Discover the joy of a tiny home in Spring

September 3, 2024

Take your kids on a nature-filled adventure with all the elements needed to really recharge and escape with an Into The Wild Escapes tiny home holiday. Discover locations throughout NSW and nationwide, with some of their tiny homes less than two hours away from the Eastern Suburbs. And the best bit? Eastern Suburbs Mums receive 10% off. Why should you choose a tiny home escape? Often, there’s the view that kids’ school holidays or weekends should be jam-packed with endless fun and adventure with no down time. A tiny home escape gives you the perfect balance of the two, allowing…

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Events, School holidays

Welcome the warmer weather with Taronga’s open-air Harbour View Cinema

August 21, 2024

Taronga is excited to announce their sold-out Harbour View Cinema is returning this October long weekend! With four family-favourite films on show from Thursday to Sunday, you’d be crazy not to take the kids down to the Zoo for a ‘wild’ night out. Bring your picnic rugs and blankets and enjoy a night under the stars, surrounded by wildlife and overlooking spectacular Sydney Harbour. Thursday is your night to Let it Go with everyone’s favourites Olaf and Elsa (Dress ups are encouraged!), or spend your Friday night at the Museum of Natural History with Night at the Museum. Accompany Nemo…

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Events, School holidays

TINKERBELL AND THE DREAM FAIRIES

August 21, 2024

Join the magical fairies on an exciting musical adventure 28 September – 13 October 2024 Pioneer Garden – Royal Botanic Garden Sydney This Spring school holidays, join in an enchanting world of song and dance as the adventurous Tinkerbell flies into the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney from Saturday 28 September to Sunday 13 October. Along the way, she’ll meet up with some fairies from A Midsummer Night’s Dream, the cheeky Mustardseed, fluttery Moth, daring Cobweb and sweet Peaseblossom; who will help Tinkerbell on a magical quest to find her lost wings. The audience is invited to join in the fun…

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Kids, Kids Sports, School holidays

GeckoSports: Empowering Kids Through Active Play

August 15, 2024

In the fast-paced digital age where children are often glued to screens, only 1 in 4 children aged 5 to 14 years are getting their recommended 60 minutes a day of physical activity, so finding ways to keep them active and engaged can be a rewarding challenge. GeckoSports offers innovative solutions to promote physical activity among kids while fostering their overall development. Who is GeckoSports? GeckoSports is not just another sports program; it’s a movement dedicated to empowering children through fun, active play. Founded on the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of physical activity,…

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Events, Family, Kids, School holidays

Family Fun Day, Bondi

July 21, 2024

Waverley Council will be taking over local green spaces and streets this July for a series of family fun days. So clear your diaries for a day of free kids entertainment, activities and a sweet treat for the whole family! Sat 6 July – Garu Courtyard, Bondi Pavilion (special Bondi Festival edition) Mon 8, Tues 9, Wed 10 July – Bondi Junction Oxford St Mall Mon 15, Tues 16, Wed 17 July – Garu Courtyard, Bondi Pavilion Sat 27 July – Waverley Park No need to register, just wrap up and rock up! Follow the Waverley Council socials for wet…

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Events, School holidays

Bastille Day Civic Ceremony 2024

July 12, 2024

Join with the local community for the annual Bastille Day Civic ceremony at the Lapérouse Monument as we commemorate the Storming of the Bastille. Join us for a civic ceremony on Sunday 14 July at 10:00am at the La Perouse Headland at the Lapérouse Monument featuring speeches, wreath laying and firing of canons. The canons will fire at approximately 10:30am. Please note there will be a limited number of seats provided for invited dignitaries, with standing room only available for the public. The La Perouse Museum opening hours will be 1pm – 4pm to open the Museum to the public…

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School holidays, What to do

Things to do in Sydney with kids

July 11, 2024

After school, during the weekend and indoor, Sydney has plenty of fun for 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 is the list. Find a new playground Make a splash at one of our pools Wonder at the beauty of the Royal Botanic Garden Dive under water at the Sea Life Sydney Aquarium Visit a library Get creative at Museum of Contemporary Art Break out that BMX bike, skateboard or scooter Get dirty at…

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