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Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays, What to do

PLANT WITH US

25/03/2022

PLANT WITH US – In our first planting event this year, Randwick’s Greening Our City project is also supporting this year’s Earth Hour celebration – the world’s largest movement for the Planet. This year’s Earth Hour we invite you to come along on Sunday 27 March to celebrate with action. We’d love you to join us and help green our City! This year, we’re creating endless opportunities for you to get involved in planting trees and groundcovers across our City. Come along, get your hands dirty and learn about the plants and how they help create habitats for living creatures….

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New beach cam at Yarra Bay

15/03/2022

Our beach cams are a popular way to check out the surf and crowds at the beaches along our coast. They’re a great way to see the conditions before you pack up and head out the door. The cameras show a live stream of what is happening at the beach that very second, so you can be well prepared. We’ve been adding more beach cams at various locations up and down our coast with our latest camera at Yarra Bay. The beach cams can be found on our beach cam page on our website, or on the specific page for…

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Health & Wellbeing, Inspiration, Parks & Playgrounds

Five of the best local dog walks

13/03/2022

Dogs living in the Woollahra Council area are lucky pooches. Our four-legged fur babies (along with their owners of course) are welcome to explore some of the most stunning beaches, parklands and coastline in Sydney. While there are some paw-fect spots where dogs can enjoy energetic off-leash play, dog carers love taking their pups for on-leash strolls in our beautiful local area. Here are some favourite local dog walks in the Woollahra area and surrounds. Rose Bay Beach and Promenade Rose Bay is a pooch paradise. Rose Bay Foreshore (between Dumaresq Reserveand Percival Park) is pure doggy delight as hounds…

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Health & Wellbeing, Kids, Parks & Playgrounds

Go4Fun, Term 1 Kensington Program

07/03/2022

What does Go4Fun involve Free fun and fitness for children above a healthy weight Designed for NSW children aged between 7 and 13 years who are above a healthy weight, Go4Fun is a fun way to learn more about healthier living. The program focuses on making lifestyle changes as a family, encourages healthy eating habits and fitness and improves self-esteem in kids. Best of all, it’s completely free. Just two hours a week, during school terms Go4Fun takes place during school terms, usually after school. It’s run by qualified health professionals, including dietitians and exercise physiologists. Sessions run once a…

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Kids, Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays

FREE SKATE CLINICS, Sydney Park

24/02/2022

We’ve joined with City of Sydney to offer some more FREE Skate Clinics at Sydney Park skatepark on the 23rd April. These clinics are a great way for complete beginners to get started and for more experienced riders to build on their skills. Suitable for children aged 5 – 13 yrs. Session Times: 9:00am – Beginner Session #1 10:15am – Beginner Session #2 11:30am – Mixed Session (Beginner to Intermediate Level) ***Ticket release date announced first on our social media*** SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLINICS Rose Bay and Gladesville We running school holiday clinics at Lyne Park Rose Bay on Monday 11th April and…

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Onslow Street Reserve, Rose Bay Upgrade. Have your say

19/02/2022

The Waverley council is planning to upgrade the Onslow Street reserve playground. As identified in our Play Space Strategy, we are making necessary improvements to Onslow Street Reserve to ensure it is fit for purpose and up to the latest Australian Standards. The upgrade includes: A new play space with a multi-play unit, swings, rubber soft fall, custom tunnel and nature play elements; A new steel garden fence along the park frontage; Additional park bench and bin enclosure New park signage New tree planting and garden beds New connecting path to the playground This reserve is classified as a ‘pocket…

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Lyne Park Playground Renewal, have your say

16/02/2022

Woollahra Municipal Council is consulting the local community. Lyne Park Playground is getting an upgrade! Help us make this marquee play space a high quality, inclusive destination for all the children that visit from near and far. Tell us what you want to see in the new Lyne Park Playground via a short survey before Friday 11 March. Lyne Park Playground in Rose Bay is one of our LGA’s most well-loved and used children’s play spaces, given its prominent position on Sydney Harbour and proximity to many nearby recreational and social activities. However, the majority of its existing play equipment…

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Your Say Randwick: New amenities planned for Dunningham Reserve Coogee

08/02/2022

Dunningham Reserve Coogee Amenities Randwick Council is planning to build new permanent toilet amenities in Dunningham Reserve, Coogee to replace the current temporary facilities. The temporary toilets were installed in 2013 following community requests for a return of toilet facilities in the area, after the old toilets were demolished in 2009. The current temporary toilets are not wheelchair accessible or pram friendly, with the nearest accessible toilets located along the lower promenade at Coogee Beach. We would like your feedback to help us ensure we design an amenities building that caters to the needs of our community and visitors. …

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Parks & Playgrounds, What to do

Five local walks in the East

19/01/2022

There are many family-friendly scenic trails within the Eastern Suburbs that are packed with adventure, gorgeous views and fun playgrounds. The team at Woollahra Council have put together a number of different walks where you can explore our gorgeous surroundings. Visit Woollahra Council for more exciting trails. Cooper Park Trail Cooper Park is the Eastern Suburbs’ hidden gem. With a natural creek flowing through and towering native trees, it feels like you’ve escaped the city and found yourself in a primeval forest. The whole area is criss-crossed by paths, but make sure to check out our Go Slo for a…

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Kids, Parks & Playgrounds

The Pedal Club – Let your kids grow into cycling, not out of it

16/01/2022

A brand new concept has arrived on Sydney’s shores… The Pedal Club; Australia’s first and only kids bikes subscription service. Fresh off the back of their launch last year and winning the People’s Choice Award at the Hatch Taronga Accelerator, The Pedal Club’s mission is simple; to reduce the unnecessary carbon footprint of the kids bike industry, and to keep good bikes from cluttering homes and streets, and most importantly out of landfill. For the equivalent weekly cost of a couple cups of coffee, parents can choose from a range of kids bikes to be delivered to their door, as…

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