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Inspiration, School holidays

Courtyard Music Sessions – Saturdays in April

Boost your mood with our autumn pop-up music sessions. Bring a coffee or leisurely stroll through the Pavilion courtyard to soak in the good vibes on Saturdays in April. We will be presenting an eclectic mix of acoustic pop-up performances from gypsy jazz to classical and contemporary music to warm up your Autumn afternoons. PROGRAM Saturday 22 April – Tritona Formed by three musicians with a passion for chamber music, Tritona presents an engaging repertoire of classical and upbeat pop tunes arranged for flute, guitar and cello. Featuring Viet-Anh Nguyen on guitar, Karin Kapsi on cello, and Anezka O’Leary Bescec…

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Inspiration, School holidays, What to do

Enjoy a fun-filled guided tour at Cockatoo Island

Looking for a fun weekend outing the whole family can enjoy? Escape to the heart of Sydney Harbour for an adventure-filled tour at Cockatoo Island / Wareamah Each guided tour is an opportunity to travel back in time with your kids and explore the island’s storied past, including its convict and dockyard eras! Plus: As you discover historic landmarks, a knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories and answer your history questions.  There are four all-ages tours to choose from (details below), including a night tour and a day tour suitable for visitors with low mobility. Kids (12 and under) and…

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Events, School holidays

​The South Maroubra Ocean Swim

​The South Maroubra Ocean Swim is an annual event at Maroubra Beach. The South Maroubra Ocean Swim is organised by the South Maroubra Surf Life Saving Club and is a vital part of the fund-raising activities of the Club, where entry fees contribute to the purchase of vital lifesaving equipment required by our volunteer Lifesavers. ​ This year’s event Sunday 23th April 2023 features three race courses, 500m, 1km and 2.5 km.  Each course will commence and end at the south end of the beach. ​ The first event for the day is the 500m swim for ages 9 to 12. …

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Events, School holidays, What to do

MEET THE MAKERS: THE ICONIC ROCKS MARKETS EMBRACES NEW ARTISANS

The rocks MArketsThe Rocks Markets celebrates Sydney’s best makers with weekend taster event featuring local food, art, homewares, live music & workshops. A true icon of Sydney, The Rocks Markets is undergoing a refresh, with new makers and artisans joining original vendors to bring the best bites, live beats and local crafts to this historic harbourside spot.  To welcome in the new home of originality and creativity, The Rocks Markets is celebrating with a community taster event, Meet the Makers, on the 15 & 16 April, where Sydneysiders can enjoy a weekend of celebrations. Locals can shop for unique arts and…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Bondi Kids Drama Seeking Stars for Term 2

Is there a budding Streep or Spielberg in your home? Bondi Kids Drama wants to hear from them! After an action-packed first term, Bondi Kids Drama is gearing up for its second: welcoming new and continuing students alike for a term of drama games, storytelling, performance and fun. “Term 1 was focused on all things improv, so we’re introducing some words back into the mix,” says co-director Alexander Lee-Rekers. “Term 2 is about monologues, which I know can sound a bit daunting! But really it’s all about creating characters, building a world and letting them tell their very own stories.”…

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION: MACQUARIE CENTRE TO COMMENCE SEARCH FOR ITS FIRST EVER KIDS’ ENTERTAINMENT REPORTER

Calling all kids ready to step onto the stage or into a studio – as well as stage mums and dads who are  sure they have a talented tot or pre-teen! Sydney’s Macquarie Centre is set to launch its search for a future  TV superstar with a real reporting role on offer as part of an incredible prize worth $10,000.  Commencing Friday 14 April and running for 10 days, Macquarie Centre will host live auditions for primary  school aged kids, in a purpose-built studio space with the camera really rolling.  In a role inspired by decades of breakfast TV entertainment…

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Little Foxes Footy Academy

Little Foxes Footy Academy is the only dedicated AFL program in Sydney designed for pre-Auskick training for children aged 2-5 years old. Our program was developed by former Sydney Swan and inaugural GWS Giants AFLW Head Coach, Tim Schmidt.  Our program caters for three different age groups (2-3, 3-4, 4-5), so every lesson offers the appropriate level of engagement for your little ones. Our classes are kept small, with a maximum of 10 children per coach and are 45 minutes in duration.  Our coaches are passionate about AFL and provide a fun, safe & engaging environment to learn the fundamentals…

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ROFL (Rolling on the Floor Laughing) with the Listies!

Hilarious, ridiculous fun for your kids that will have the whole family in stitches. ROFL sees The Listies tackle the most terrifyingly tortuous family situation of all: BEDTIME. Rich, the exhausted parental proxy, is trying to get an early  night while his hapless, hopeless housemate, Matt, deploys every trick in the book to stay up late. Featuring toilet paper cannons, a real life Cowasaurus, lullabies of doom, detachable legs, a panoply of puns, and possibly too many Aldi gags. Rich, the exhausted parental proxy, is trying to get an early  night while his hapless, hopeless housemate, Matt, deploys every trick in the…

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School holidays program in Centennial Parklands

The weather is getting cooler, leaves are starting to turn colour, and the animals are preparing for the colder seasons. Autumn is the perfect season to swap screen time for green time, so get the kids back outside and into nature at Centennial Parklands! Our education experts have developed a diverse range of School Holiday Programs that are fun, nature-connected and have a splash of education for children aged up to 12 years. Led by our skilled and knowledgeable Education Rangers, children will be able to explore and discover the marvellous natural environment in the heart of Centennial Park and enjoy unique…

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