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Darling Harbour Christmas

02/12/2022

If you’re looking for things to do in Sydney this Christmas where you can celebrate and spend time with family and friends, where better to do all that than Darling Harbour, Sydney’s most colourful and exciting harbourside hub! They’re decking the harbour for the silly season, with a giant bauble on the Convention Centre Forecourt and giant baubles floating on Cockle Bay, fireworks, pedal boat rides, Pixar Putt mini golf, visits from Santa, competitions and over 150 incredible places to eat and drink. Tumbalong Park will also host two weekends of Christmas festivities including live music and dance, kid’s entertainment, delicious food and holiday treats. See all the details at darlingharbour.com…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Marine and Coastal Discovery Program 6 – 21 January 2023

01/12/2022

The Marine and Coastal Discovery Program’s expert guided activities help us all learn how to protect, conserve and enhance Randwick City’s unique coastal and marine environments in a safe and fun way. The program supports families and groups of friends in coming together and learning together. The summer activities include: rockpool rambles snorkelling tours rips and tide talk sea kayaking coastal walks and talks Conditions Minimum age 8 years for water basedactivities. Children under 16 yrs must have a parent or adult guardian in attendance during the activity. Be prepared for all walking and rockpool ramble activities with: sunscreen hat long sleeve top…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

PIXAR PUTT SET TO TAKE DARLING HARBOUR TO INFINITY & BEYOND THIS DECEMBER!

30/11/2022

FOR THE SECOND TIME, THE PIXAR-THEMED MINI-GOLF COURSE WILL TEE OFF AT DARLING HARBOUR FOR A 7-WEEK RUN Australia’s much-loved pop-up mini-golf phenomenon, Pixar Putt, will arrive in Darling Harbour in time for the summer school holidays when it opens at Pier St Underpass from 16 December through to 5 February 2023. Tickets go on sale Friday 25 November at 9am via www.pixarputt.com.au This open air, pop-up mini-golf sensation is made up of interactive putt-putt holes inspired by the stories, characters, and icons from some of Pixar’s most beloved films including Toy Story, Cars, Monsters, Inc.,The Incredibles, Finding Nemo, A…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

Sydney Children’s Christmas Concert

29/11/2022

It’s time to dust off your reindeer ears, put on your party shoes and kick off Christmas at our annual free, family-friendly Christmas concert. Join Jayden Rodrigues, Benny Time, Australian Girls Choir, The Beanies and Justine Clarke to sing and dance in the spirit of Sydney Christmas. Santa will also make a special guest appearance. There’ll be craft activities, table tennis and giant Jenga and other games for the kids (and kids at heart). Gather the family for a photo with Santa for a $5 donation to our charity partner, The Kids’ Cancer Project. We’ll email you the image to…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

The importance for children to have basic First Aid knowledge.

29/11/2022

New Study Shows 81% of Aussie Parents Think 3 Year Olds Should Be Able to Dial 000 to Ask for Help New research released today from Elastoplast has highlighted the importance to parents for their children to have basic First Aid knowledge. As we come into summer, we know children can be more active around the pool, park and beach, meaning accidents are more prevalent. Parents understand the importance of being able to act swiftly and calmly in First Aid situations, with 98% of Aussie parents agreeing that being involved in a previous accident had highlighted the need for basic…

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Inspiration, School holidays, What to do

HOUSE DOWN UNDER IS EXTENDING THEIR STAY AT THE ENTERTAINMENT QUARTER

23/11/2022

House Down Under is Australia’s first ever inverted house photo experience. House Down Under will remain at The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park until January 2023 due to popular demand. Capturing the most surreal photos, unique poses from an inverted perspective. Perfect for school holiday fun and they accept Parent NSW Vouchers. Turn your world upside–down at Australia’s first ever inverted house photo experience. Located in The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park and now extending their stay until January 2023 after popular demand before moving on to an all-new location, soon to be announced. House Down Under is incredibly fun for everyone and…

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Inspiration, School holidays

City of Sydney set for a cracker Christmas

19/11/2022

From concerts, trees and choirs to markets, decorations and Santa, we’ve got Christmas all wrapped up.For the last 2 years, the City of Sydney scaled back festivities because of the pandemic – but this year we’re bringing Christmas back with a bang.Kicking off celebrations will be our new-look Christmas in the City event. Over Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 November, the heart of Sydney will be transformed into a festive wonderland with Martin Place hosting new Christmas markets, roving performers and choirs. zoom_in Choirs will mark the Christmas season The focus of Saturday’s festivities will be the Martin Place…

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Events, School holidays

WHERE TO GET THE BEST VIEWS OF THE DARLING HARBOUR FIREWORKS

15/11/2022

One of the best things to do in Sydney on the weekend is grabbing a bite to eat or drink whilst sipping in the spectacular views of the Darling Harbour Fireworks. Find out all the places where you can get a front row seat… Fireworks will be going ahead subject to weather conditions. Follow updates on Facebook and Instagram Grab a front row seat at one of Darling Harbour’s best waterfront restaurants and bars at Harbourside Shopping Centre or Cockle Bay Wharf and enjoy the show with a drink in hand or while you feast on a delicous meal. It’s one of the best…

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Events, Inspiration, School holidays

A BRAND NEW CHRISTMAS MARKET FOR MARTIN PLACE LAUNCHES ON NOVEMBER 26

12/11/2022

The centre of Sydney will come alive with festive cheer this year when the Martin Place Christmas Markets launch on November 26. The markets, supported by City of Sydney and operated by Cambridge Markets, will run until Christmas Eve in the pedestrian boulevard of Martin Place in Sydney’s central business district. It will be a mixed market offering all manner of goods from fashion, food, gifts, homewares, candles, festive products and plenty more. The markets will run on the Saturday and Sunday of November 26-27, then every Thursday, Friday and Saturday in December until Christmas Eve, from 11am-8pm. “This market…

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Food, School holidays

The Curated Catering Co

10/11/2022

We’re bringing back the luxury of entertaining at home. At The Curated Catering Co, food is our thing; and we really believe in the power of a good meal. To nourish, to delight, to bring people together. As a mother-daughter duo, we’ve been cooking together for years and revel in all things food and entertainment. In our post-pandemic world, we recognise the frustration that comes with restaurant bookings. Between credit card down payments, timed seating and a lack of staff, dining out now has an element of stress that detracts from the overall experience. As a result, we’ve heard from…

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