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Inspiration, School holidays, What to do

5 best spots to enjoy a picnic in Woollahra

January 21, 2024

We are spoilt for choice when it comes to beautiful parks in the local Woollahra council area. Grab some friends and a picnic and make the most of the great outdoors. Here are 5 of our favourite local spots to enjoy a picnic. 1. Blackburn Gardens There’s plenty of space to roll out a picnic mat in the luscious Blackburn Gardens. Set up shop under the shade of the beautiful fig tree. Make sure to pack your swimmers so you can go for dip at Murray Rose Pool. 2. Cooper Park Cooper Park is one of our local area’s best…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Why art classes for kids are more important than ever?

January 19, 2024

While kids love to get their hands dirty with paint, the benefits of art classes for kids extend far beyond the creation of a pretty picture or a memorable photobook collection. Many studies now show that children regularly engaged in creativity, such as painting and drawing classes, develop a greater capacity for problem solving, visual understanding, out of the box thinking, and good communication skills. Getting time off the screens and engaging with hands on creativity, as well as making new friends is a huge bonus! Kids Art Classes Allow your child’s artistic talents to blossom at The Art Studio’s best…

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Events, School holidays

Australia Day Community Event

January 18, 2024

Join the Randwick community to celebrate Australia Day with a range of food trucks as well as free kids activities, live entertainment and free ice cream at Kensington Park from 11am – 2pm on Friday 26 January 2024. Australia Day Community Event Time: 11am – 2pm Date: Friday 26 January 2024 Location: Kensington Park, 2R Edward Avenue Kensington For more information contact our Events Team on 9093 6200 (option 2) or email events@randwick.nsw.gov.au Roving Entertainment There will be roving entertainment for all to enjoy from 11am-2pm. Music from local band Nico Elvino Free face painting and giant bubble entertainment Stilt Walkers…

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Events, School holidays

BLAZE INTO THE YEAR OF THE DRAGON WITH CELEBRATIONS IN DARLING HARBOUR FOR LUNAR NEW YEAR

January 18, 2024

Lunar New Year is just around the corner at Darling Harbour, and 2024 is all about the Dragon, manifesting power, honour, luck and success. From Saturday 10 February until Sunday 25 February, Darling Harbour will host a line up of exciting events including dragon boat races, jet pack water shows, Chinese zodiac readings and a Twilight Garden Party at the Chinese Garden of Friendship. Darling Harbour is your go-to destination for an unforgettable Lunar New Year! LUNAR FUN BY THE HARBOUR Cockle Bay’s thrilling dragon boat races, fireworks, jet pack shows and lion dancing are making an epic return, fit…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

CAMBRIDGE MARKETS RETURNS TO WATSONS BAY ON 4TH SUNDAY 4TH FEBRUARY 2023

January 17, 2024

One of Sydney’s favourite annual events is back, with Cambridge Markets holding its annual Watsons Bay Summer Market on Sunday January 4th, from 10am – 4pm. The market, now in its 7th year, is one of the biggest market events on Sydney’s annual calendar, with more than 10,000+ people expected to attend across the day. Held at Robertson Park, more than 150 stallholders will gather on the Sydney harbour foreshore for one of the best events the Eastern Suburbs has to offer. This year’s event will be as much fun as ever, with an amazing selection of small stallholders including…

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School holidays, What to do

Wonderwater at SEA Museum

January 16, 2024

Beat the heat with a fun-filled family day out at Wonderwater, the most refreshing ticket in town this summer. Play, relax and discover on, in and around the water. The Wonderwater See It All Ticket includes… Family Fun Play, hunt and hide in the incredible interactive world of Octopus Garden Create stunning sea creatures with LEGO bricks in Great Southern LEGO®️ Reef Channel cephalopod superpowers into craft creations in Kids On Deck Meet a mermaid every Monday Amazing Exhibitions Dive into the remarkable story of ocean legend Valerie Taylor: An Underwater Life Witness world class jaw dropping images in Ocean Photographer…

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School holidays

Malabar Pool to get new pump and maintenance boost

January 12, 2024

Maintenance of Malabar’s popular Ocean Pool will ramp up this year, starting with critical repairs of the pool’s pump this week. The pump, which circulates ocean water in and out of the pool to ensure it stays fresh and full, was damaged on Thursday and out of action for the weekend. Council staff yesterday, 9 January, replaced the pump and the pool is operational again. Council carries out a weekly inspection for debris and damages, however this will increase to twice a week over the summer period. Malabar Pool is cleaned fortnightly. This involves emptying the pool, pressure washing the…

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Events, School holidays

Sanctuary – a marine sand sculpture event

January 11, 2024

Join the crew from Blue World at Clovelly Beach for a morning of sand sculpture and marine fun. A marine scientist will join the group to share insights into the local marine life, and how we can help protect our favourite ocean life, starting with our own blue backyard. Bring buckets, spades, hats and maybe your swimmers! Led by artist and ocean educator Merran Hughes. Meet at Bundock Park Playground. Maximum 60 sculpture spots. Conditions of booking Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian All participants need to pay. Photographs, videos and voice recordings Randwick City Council staff may…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Bop till you Drop, kids School Holiday Workshop

January 10, 2024

Elevate your child’s school holidays to an extraordinary experience with Bop till you Drop’s award-winning Performing Arts Workshop in Bondi Junction! On Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 January, they offer a vibrant and exhilarating journey into the world of performing arts. Featuring an all-encompassing program from dance to drama, and from cooking to crafts, our workshop is expertly designed to boost your child’s confidence and self-esteem. This January, dive into the ‘Move it’ theme, a dynamic celebration of movement and expression. Children will be thrilled to participate in a diverse range of activities, each carefully curated to spark excitement and…

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School holidays, What to do

Art with your Phone

January 8, 2024

Are you tired of being online…want to learn photography outdoors with a group of actual people?? Join in for a fun and creative 2-day workshop to improve your phone photography and editing skills. You will build technical and creative expertise in a friendly outdoor environment. At the end of this workshop, you will have your own photographic artwork ready to print and frame. * $50 discount for Randwick Council residents — Select resident’s ticket when booking. About the workshop – no experience necessary The workshop is split into two sessions: Saturday from 10.00 am — 1.00 pm Sunday from 10.00 am — 12.00 pm Randwick Sustainability Hub, 27…

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