Hidden Gem Alert! Discover Gugara Park, Paddington's Little Playground Paradise

Tucked away in a quiet corner of Paddington is a playground that deserves a spot on every Eastern Suburbs...

Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations

Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations Looking for a little...

How to Make Your Family Garage Sale a Standout This November

There’s something wonderfully simple about a garage sale. Open the garage, pull out the things your family no longer...

Monday's Local mum Kirsty Amland

This week we meet Vaucluse mum Kirsty Ameland, who has called Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs home for more than 20...

Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth

Looking for a fun keepsake from your next visit to Bondi Beach? A charming new photobooth has arrived on...
Parks & Playgrounds, What to do
Hidden Gem Alert! Discover Gugara Park, Paddington's Little Playground Paradise
Community
Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations
Community, Markets
How to Make Your Family Garage Sale a Standout This November
Monday's Mum Profiles
Monday's Local mum Kirsty Amland
bondi beach, Fun, Local
Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth
 

Maroubra Beach Markets

FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

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About Eastern Suburbs Mums

Welcome to Eastern Suburbs Mums

 

All about life as a mum in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs.

 

Eastern Suburbs Mums was created for mums and their families to connect with what is going on in Sydney’s east.

It’s a place for Mums where you can find out about your local area, what’s on, where to get help, advice and more...

third Sunday of every month, at Heffron Park’s netball stadium

 
Events, Free

Free Lunchtime Concerts Are Coming to Bondi Pavilion – Here’s What’s On

Need an excuse to escape the usual routine for an hour? Bondi Pavilion’s free Lunchtime Concerts could be just the midweek break you’re looking for. Running monthly on selected Wednesdays through to December, the concerts bring live music to the High Tide Room at Bondi Pavilion, with everything from jazz and soul to folk, Sinatra classics and Christmas carols. Best of all? They’re completely free. The performances run from 1:30pm to 2:30pm, making them easy to combine with lunch, a walk along Bondi Beach or a catch-up with a friend. A Different Kind of Lunch Break We love finding free…

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Health & Wellbeing, Uncategorized

Women’s Health Week 2026: Mums, This Week Is About You Too

Between school drop-offs, work, appointments, groceries, after-school activities, family admin and remembering what everyone else needs, it can be surprisingly easy for mums to put their own health somewhere near the bottom of the list. Women’s Health Week runs from 7–11 September 2026, and perhaps its most important message this year is a very simple one: your health deserves some attention too. Run by Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, Women’s Health Week is Australia’s largest event dedicated to the health and wellbeing of women, girls and gender-diverse people. This year’s theme is “Do it anyway” – encouraging women to take…

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Pets

Dog Days Out Is Coming to Varna Park – Bring Your Four-Legged Best Friend

Looking for something different to do with the family this weekend? This time, your four-legged family member is invited too! Dog Days Out is coming to Varna Park on Saturday 12 September, bringing together local families, dog lovers and their furry companions for a fun morning of activities, useful advice and community connection. Running from 10am to 1pm, the event is a great excuse to get outside, meet other local dog owners and perhaps learn a thing or two about keeping your pup happy and healthy. Free Health Checks for Your Dog One of the highlights of Dog Days Out…

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Free, School holidays

Calling All Zara Larsson Fans: A Pop Party Is Coming to Waverley Library These School Holidays

If you have a 10+ year old who loves pop music, getting creative and hanging out with friends, Waverley Library has a school holiday activity that might earn you some serious parenting points. As part of Waverley Council’s School Holiday Program, the library is hosting a Zara Larsson Party – an hour of music, creativity, face art and pop-star fun inspired by the Swedish pop superstar. And this one feels particularly perfect for tween and teen girls looking for something fun to do with their friends during the holidays. Grab Your Friends and Make a Morning of It Taking place…

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School holidays

Calling All Junior Detectives: A Forensic Science Workshop Is Coming to Waverley Library

Got a curious kid who loves mysteries, science experiments and figuring out whodunnit? This could be one of the most intriguing activities on the school holiday calendar. Waverley Library is turning young investigators into forensic detectives these spring school holidays with a hands-on workshop designed especially for children aged 8 to 12 years. Hosted by Mad About Science, the Forensic Detective Workshop invites kids to grab their notebooks, sharpen their observation skills and discover how science can be used to solve a mystery. Can Your Junior Detective Crack the Case? Forget simply hearing about forensic science – in this workshop,…

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Free, Swimming

Get Shark Smart Before Summer: Free Beach Safety Information Session in Randwick

With warmer weather on the way, many Eastern Suburbs families will soon be spending a lot more time at the beach. And while we’re lucky to have some of Sydney’s best beaches on our doorstep, knowing a little more about ocean safety and how our coastline is monitored can help everyone head into summer feeling more confident. Randwick City Council and the NSW Government are holding a free community information session on Thursday 10 September, giving local residents and beachgoers an opportunity to learn about shark safety, beach surveillance and some of the technology being used along the NSW coastline….

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School holidays

Waverley’s Spring School Holiday Program Is Packed With Creative kids Fun

If you’re starting to wonder how you’re going to keep the kids entertained these spring school holidays, Waverley Council has put together a program filled with creativity, live entertainment, art and plenty of opportunities to get out of the house. The Waverley Spring School Holiday Program runs from Monday 28 September to Friday 9 October 2026, with activities taking place around the local area and special family events at Bondi Pavilion continuing into the surrounding weekends. Whether your child loves getting messy with art materials, prefers being active, or simply wants a good laugh, there are options for different ages…

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Dental Health

Are Invisalign Clear Aligners Right for You?

Straightening teeth used to come with a certain visual cost. Metal brackets, tightening appointments, and a constant reminder that treatment was underway. That expectation has shifted. These days, people tend to look for options that fit into daily routines without announcing themselves. Orthodontic planning has become more flexible as a result. For many, Invisalign clear aligners in Melbourne come up naturally in that conversation, especially when crowding, spacing, or bite alignment issues are being assessed. They are designed for gradual correction, but the decision rarely rests on clinical factors alone. Comfort, appearance, and how easily treatment blends into everyday life…

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Home Maintenance

Small Bathroom Updates That Make Busy Family Mornings Easier

Some mornings, the family bathroom feels like the busiest room in the house. Someone needs to brush their teeth, someone is looking for a hairbrush, and someone else is trying to get ready for work while the mirror is still covered in steam. When a bathroom becomes frustrating to use, a full renovation can seem like the obvious answer. But before committing to new tiles, plumbing and weeks of disruption, it helps to look at the smaller details. Lighting, mirror placement, storage and a few practical habits can make a noticeable difference to how the room works. For families in…

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Product & Service Profiles, Swimming, Swimming Pools

Free Swim Trial Days: Boost Your Child’s Water Confidence This Summer

The City of Sydney’s Learn to Swim program offers free Come and Try Days at four local aquatic centres, giving Eastern Suburbs families a chance to experience swim lessons, meet teachers, and receive personalized swim level assessments for children aged 3 to 19, with added benefits like free pool access, activities, and enrolment incentives.

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