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Waverley Library Kids Book sale

A huge range of ex-library junior and young adult fiction is for sale. Vintage, modern, Australiana and classic books will be available. Eftpos or cash. No change facilities available. Books will be continually added throughout the day. Don’t forget your library bag! Where: Waverley Library Ron Lander Centre, 32-48 Denison Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 When: Saturday 24 June from 10am to 2pm Sunday 25 June from 1:30pm to 4pm

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Weekend celebrations in Kingsford to officially open new Meeks Street Plaza

The new Meeks Street Plaza in Kingsford will come alive on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 June 2023 as part of official opening celebrations, Randwick Mayor Dylan Parker announced. On Saturday evening, people are encouraged to bring takeaway food from the local restaurants and listen to DJs and live music 4pm to 8pm. There’ll be kids’ entertainment, free doughnuts and bubble tea with official proceedings at 5pm. On Sunday there will be more live music from 9am to midday as well as a farmer’s market selling fresh fruit and produce. “This stretch of Randwick City along Anzac Parade was hard…

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Events, School holidays

BONDI PAVILION PAW PARADE

“The number of puppy puns that have been flying around the office mean that the Pavilion Paw Parade is already vying for top dog. Dog show + arts festival = my happy place.” – Rachel Chant, Festival Director Unleash the fun at the Inaugural Pavilion Paw Parade, the hottest event for dog lovers since the release of Baha Men’s 2000 hit single, “Who Let The Dogs Out”. This free and inclusive celebration of our canine comrades is happening at the iconic Bondi Pavilion, where the dog culture is legendary, and the pups hold prime position. With an excellent line-up of…

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Mr Stink at the Sydney Opera House

David Walliams’ award-winning book comes to life on stage at the Sydney Opera House for children 6+… and their adults! “Mr Stink stank. He also stunk. And if it was correct English to say he stinked, then he stinked as well…” It all starts when Chloe, just about the loneliest girl in the world, makes friends with Mr Stink, the local tramp. Sure he smells a bit, but he’s the only person who’s ever been nice to her. So, when Mr Stink needs a place to stay, Chloe hides him in the garden shed. Now Chloe’s got to make sure…

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Spherical, showing in Sydney Opera House

Spherical is a brand new work, brought to you by the fabulous Flying Fruit Fly Circus, Australia’s National Youth Circus. Prepare to be amazed by the mind-blowing tricks, the intricate juggling acts and the nail biting aerials inspired by the curves of the Sydney Opera House sails for their 50th anniversary. Get ready for this ensemble of young performers aged 11 – 18 years, to flip, juggle, balance and dive their way into your heart! When: 1-8 JULY 2023 Cost: From $35 | $8.95 booking fee applies per transaction Click here for: tickets Website: www.sydneyoperahouse.com/kids-families/spherical

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Events, School holidays, What to do

The MONSTER JUMP is back in Entertainment Quarter

Monster Jump is back and it’s time to bounce into some action-packed school holiday fun! Australia’s hottest new  attraction, Monster Jump, is a mobile inflatable obstacle course boasting a monstrous 280  meters of endless excitement! The course is set to jump into the Entertainment Quarter in  Sydney over the school holidays from the 1st – 16th July 2023!  Don’t let the kids have all the fun, Monster Jump is suitable for everyone from children to  adults! For the competitive type, race your mates and see who can complete the course the  fastest. If slow and steady is more your style,…

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World Ocean Day @ Waverley Library

Celebrate World Ocean Day with this drop in craft activity. In celebration of World Ocean Day, Waverley Library is hosting a fun and creative afternoon of craft, with the opportunity to make ocean creatures and learn about the role we can all play in protecting our precious oceans. This activity is most suitable for primary school aged children, their families and friends. To register your interest please continue to the tickets page The ocean craft and resources will also be available on the weekend of 10th & 11th June 2023. Date and time Thu, 8 Jun 2023 4:00 PM –…

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Bronte Gully Restoration Walk

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Bronte Gully as we explore its thriving ecosystem and witness the positive impact of restoration. Traverse enchanting walking trails enveloped by lush vegetation, where native flora and fauna are reclaiming their rightful place. Our knowledgeable guides, Sam McGuinness and Sue Stevens of Waverley’s Environmental Sustainability Team, will lead you through this living classroom, unveiling the fascinating stories of environmental resilience in this urban oasis. This is a free event. Numbers are limited and bookings are essential. Waverley Council acknowledges the Bidjigal, Birrabirragal and Gadigal people, who traditionally occupied the Sydney Coast, and we pay…

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What to expect at Vivid Sydney 2023

Your guide to experiencing the festival of light, music, food and ideas. The streets of Sydney will transform with mesmerising art displays and 3D light projections, exhilarating live music performances, thought-provoking discussions and sumptuous culinary experiences for Vivid Sydney from 26 May to 17 June. Here’s what you need to know. Free and paid events No matter your budget, there’s plenty of ways to get involved in Vivid Sydney. Hundreds of light installations around the city will turn on at 6pm every night. Some of the best and free vantage points are The Rocks, Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, Bradfield…

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Women’s State of Origin is coming to Sydney & you can bring your kids for free!

Sydney and Townsville will host matches in the historic 2023 Ampol Women’s State of Origin Series.  The National Rugby League (NRL) today announced that the first ever two-match series will be played in June and hosted by Sydney’s CommBank Stadium and Townsville’s Queensland Country Bank Stadium.  The match details are as follows:  Game I: Thursday 1 June | CommBank Stadium | Sydney  Game II: Thursday 22 June | Queensland Country Bank Stadium | Townsville   “For the first time ever, two women’s State of Origin matches will be played as part of a series,” NRL CEO Andrew Abdo said.  “Women’s Origin…

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