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Fringe Kids: Big Fun for Little Ones at Sydney Fringe Festival

21/08/2025

The Sydney Fringe Festival is back, and this year it’s bringing something extra special for families – Fringe Kids! This playful program is designed just for children and families, offering a colourful mix of theatre, music, circus, storytelling and interactive experiences. What is Fringe Kids? Fringe Kids is the family-friendly arm of the Sydney Fringe Festival, Australia’s largest independent arts festival. It’s a chance for children to experience the magic of live performance in a fun and accessible way, with shows and workshops tailored especially for young audiences. From puppet theatre to musical performances, circus acts to creative workshops, there’s…

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Parks and Beaches, School holidays, Travel

Family-Friendly Camping in NSW National Parks: Best Campgrounds and Tips for Your Next Adventure

19/08/2025

Looking for the perfect family camping trip in NSW? With spring and warmer weather around the corner, now is the ideal time to plan a getaway in nature. Camping is one of the best ways for kids to unplug from screens, explore the outdoors, and enjoy quality time together. NSW is home to more than 350 campgrounds in national parks, ranging from beachside escapes to riverside retreats and bush getaways. Whether you’re after a weekend trip close to Sydney or a longer family holiday, there are plenty of options to suit campers of all ages and experience levels. North Coast:…

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Events, Food, School holidays, Travel

Pearls and Plates is coming to Broken Bay – a foodie adventure you don’t want to miss!

08/08/2025

Escape the ordinary and indulge in a day of fine dining, adventure and storytelling all in one of NSW’s most extraordinary landscapes. When: 25 and 26 October 2025 Where: Secret Location, on the Lower Hawkesbury River The adventure begins the moment you arrive at Broken Bay Pearl Farm’s Shellar Door. After a warm welcome, you’ll board our riverboat, cocktail in hand, and cruise along the Lower Hawkesbury’s winding estuaries past working oyster leases to our secret, water-access-only location – a private homestead steeped in character. A short bush path leads you to elegantly set long tables overlooking the river. Here,…

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Holiday, Inspiration, School holidays, Travel

The Ultimate Adventure for Nature-Loving Families

02/08/2025

Find out why a trip up to Broken Bay Pearl Farm is the most exciting way to spend a day with the kids The beach? Done it. The zoo? Been there! If you are looking for something different to try with the kids that ticks all the boxes – nature, education, hands-on adventures – your search is over. Just one hour north of Sydney, Broken Bay Pearl Farm is one of NSW’s hidden gems. Since 2003, we’ve been farming Akoya pearl oysters in these remarkable estuary landscapes, where sea eagles wheel overhead and crabs scuttle along the shores. In 2019,…

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Free, School holidays

Celebrate Bastille Day with the Kids at La Perouse – A Fun, Free School Holiday Outing

07/07/2025

Looking for a unique and educational school holiday activity that’s also completely free? Why not take the kids on a little cultural adventure and celebrate Bastille Day with Randwick City Council at the historic La Perouse Headland! On Monday 14 July at 9:30am, families are invited to attend a special Bastille Day civic ceremony at the Lapérouse Monument, commemorating the French National Day. Bastille Day marks the anniversary of the Storming of the Bastille in 1789—a key moment in the French Revolution and a celebration of French history, culture, and pride. This is a perfect opportunity to introduce your little…

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Free, School holidays

Inspire Your Child’s Creativity These School Holidays with the Little Sydney Lives Retrospective

06/07/2025

Looking for a screen-free, creative school holiday outing that will truly inspire your kids? Head to Customs House in the city and explore the Little Sydney Lives Retrospective—a heartwarming exhibition that showcases six years of prize-winning photographs, all taken by children aged 3 to 12. This free exhibition is a beautiful celebration of childhood curiosity, creativity, and imagination. The photographs, many of them captured using just a phone, reveal how children view their world—from quiet moments in nature to joyful family snapshots. Not only is this a great cultural experience, it’s also a fun way to spark your child’s interest…

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Inspiration, School holidays

HASBRO ENHANCES THE MONOPOLY PLAY EXPERIENCE WITH EVOLUTION OF THE CLASSIC GAME AND NEW WAYS TO PLAY

02/07/2025

Kicking off the beloved brand’s 90th anniversary, players everywhere can breathe new life into their classic MONOPOLY board through the first-ever Monopoly Expansion Packs, with three to collect: MONOPOLY Go to Jail, MONOPOLY Buy Everything, and MONOPOLY Free Parking Jackpot. These expansions not only provide quick-turn gameplay but also add twists by giving players a chance to win money, collect new cards to get away with mischief, and unlock opportunities to buy every space on the board – you can even buy the bank! For Hasbro, players have always been at the forefront of the company’s product development and are…

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Events, School holidays

Step Into the City of Wonder at the Sydney Opera House These School Holidays

28/06/2025

Looking for an inspiring and imaginative outing these July school holidays? Gather the kids and head to the Sydney Opera House for a day of wonder, creativity, and hands-on fun at City of Wonder — an extraordinary event where kids don’t just visit a city, they build one! What is City of Wonder?Taking place on Wednesday 10 July 2025, City of Wonder transforms the iconic Sydney Opera House into a playful, interactive space where children become architects, designers, planners — and dreamers. Using an array of colourful, creative materials, kids work together to bring a miniature city to life, constructing…

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Events, School holidays

MONSTER JUMP- BOUNCE INTO THE ULTIMATE WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY ADVENTURE!

22/06/2025

Sydney, get ready! Australia’s hottest inflatable attraction, Monster Jump, is returning to the Entertainment Quarter from 5th to 20th July 2025 for the ultimate school holiday experience! This colossal 280-metre mobile inflatable obstacle course is packed with over 30 unique challenges that promise non-stop thrills and fun for all ages. Whether you’re racing your friends to the finish line or enjoying the course at your own pace, Monster Jump is guaranteed to deliver an unforgettable day out for kids, teens, and adults alike. But that’s not all — this year, we’re bringing the action up a notch with the Monster…

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School holidays

School Holiday Fun in Coogee: Yoga, Food and Feel-Good Vibes for Kids

20/06/2025

Looking for something unique and nourishing for your child to do these school holidays? The Hungry Yogi is the perfect blend of movement, mindfulness, and a little foodie fun—designed just for kids aged 6 to 12! Join this joyful Kids Holiday Yoga Workshop at Coogee Scout Hall on Thursday, July 10, 2025, from 3:30pm to 5pm—and get ready for an afternoon of belly laughs and bendy poses! What’s in Store: In this interactive and engaging 90-minute session, your child will: ⭐️ Learn special yoga poses designed to strengthen the digestive system and support tummy health. ⭐️ Explore meridian lines in…

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