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Parks and Beaches

11 Beautiful Picnic Spots in Sydney's East and City to Enjoy This Spring and Summer

Spring has arrived, summer is just around the corner, and there’s no better time to pack a picnic basket,...
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Parks & Playgrounds, What to do

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...
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Community

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...
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Community, Markets

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...
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Monday's Mum Profiles

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...
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Parks and Beaches
11 Beautiful Picnic Spots in Sydney's East and City to Enjoy This Spring and Summer
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
 

Maroubra Beach Markets

FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

Free entry – see you by the beach!

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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

 
Garage sale trail
Community, Markets, Uncategorized

Garage Sale Trail 2026: Time for the Eastern Suburbs to Declutter!

01/10/2026

When was the last time you actually saw the back of your garage? Or opened the kids’ cupboards and wondered how they accumulated quite so many toys, clothes, books and sporting gear? If your home could do with a good clear-out, November is giving us the perfect excuse. Garage Sale Trail 2026 is taking place across two weekends — 7–8 November and 14–15 November — and families across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs can get involved by holding their own garage sale, joining forces with neighbours or simply heading out in search of some brilliant second-hand bargains. Garage Sale Trail From Bondi…

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by jay
The Summer Holiday Grocery Budget:
Food, School holidays, Uncategorized

No Supermarket Trip Needed: How to Feed the Family with What You Already Have

01/10/2026

It’s that strange week between Christmas and New Year when nobody quite knows what day it is, the kids are constantly hungry and another supermarket trip is the last thing you feel like doing. Before heading to the shops, take a look at what you already have. You might be surprised how many meals are hiding in your kitchen. For busy families, learning to cook with ingredients already available can save money, reduce food waste and make school holiday meals much easier. Here’s how to turn your pantry, fridge and freezer into several days of simple family meals. 1. Start…

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by jay
Mother and two children enjoying fresh summer fruit in a bright family kitchen, with an organised fridge and freezer stocked with healthy food and prepared meals.
Food, School holidays

What Every Family Should Keep in the Fridge and Freezer During the Australian Summer

01/10/2026

When Sydney’s summer temperatures rise, keeping the family fed becomes a little more challenging. Hungry kids, spontaneous beach days and unexpected visitors can quickly empty the fridge. Having a few reliable essentials available makes summer meals easier, while proper food storage helps prevent waste. For families in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, summer often means spending more time outdoors and less time planning complicated meals. Whether you’re heading to Coogee Beach, enjoying a picnic at Centennial Park or spending the afternoon at home, a well-organised fridge and freezer can make everyday life easier. 1. Keep Versatile Fridge Essentials Rather than filling the…

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by jay
Mother and two children organising Christmas lunch leftovers in reusable food containers, with roast turkey, salads and festive food in a family kitchen to help reduce food waste.
Christmas 2026, Food

How to Avoid Food Waste Over Christmas: Simple Tips That Could Save Your Family Money

01/10/2026

Christmas is a time for sharing food with family and friends, but it’s also easy to end up with an overflowing fridge, too many leftovers and groceries that never get eaten. A little planning can help you enjoy the festive season without wasting food or money. From Christmas lunch to Boxing Day gatherings and New Year’s celebrations, food plays a big part in the Australian summer holidays. But buying more than you need can quickly turn an enjoyable celebration into an expensive one. Here are some practical ways to reduce food waste this Christmas. 1. Check What You Already Have…

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by jay
Mother cooking easy family meals with her two children during the school holidays, using pantry staples including pasta, rice, lentils and tuna in a bright family kitchen.
Food, School holidays

10 Easy Family Meals You Can Make with Pantry Staples During the School Holidays

01/10/2026

The summer school holidays are wonderful, but keeping everyone fed can feel like a full-time job. Between beach trips, playdates, hungry teenagers and unexpected visitors, having a few easy meals you can make from pantry staples can save time, money and plenty of stress. For families in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, December and January often mean a change in routine. The kids are home, meal times become less predictable and another trip to the supermarket isn’t always appealing. The solution? Keep ingredients for a handful of simple meals that don’t require complicated recipes or expensive shopping lists. 1. Pasta with Tomato…

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by jay
Shopping

The Best Flower Shops in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs for Every Occasion

01/10/2026

Some flowers mark a major milestone. Others say thank you for collecting the kids, acknowledge a difficult week or brighten a friend’s kitchen just because. Whatever the reason, finding the right florist starts with knowing what would make the recipient smile. Across Sydney’s eastern suburbs, there are options for browsing in person, discussing a special arrangement or organising a gift from your phone. The best choice depends on your priorities: design, convenience, personalisation or the chance to speak with a florist. These three businesses offer different ways to send flowers in the area, followed by a few practical tips for…

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by Oscar va
Free, Halloween

Halloween at the Boot Factory: Free Spooky Family Fun in Bondi Junction

30/09/2026

Calling all zombies, witches, monsters, goblins, robots, skeletons, vampires, yetis and creatures that go bump in the night! Halloween is coming to Bondi Junction, and local families are invited to dress up and join an afternoon of frightfully fun festivities. This 31 October, the historic Boot Factory in Bondi Junction will be transformed into a wonderfully spooky Halloween playground filled with creepy creatures, ghostly surprises, entertainment, dancing, crafts and plenty of opportunities for kids to show off their Halloween costumes. Best of all, Halloween at the Boot Factory is completely FREE and designed especially for children aged 3–12 and their…

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by jay
Bedwetting and Mattress Stains - What Parents Should Do First
Babies, Parenting

Bedwetting and Mattress Stains – What Parents Should Do First

30/09/2026

It’s 2 am. Your child is standing beside your bed in wet pyjamas, and you know the sheets will need changing. You’re tired, they’re upset, and the last thing you want is a long cleaning job. First, let your child know it’s okay. Bedwetting is common, and it is not something children do on purpose. Then deal with the wet bedding and mattress, one small step at a time. Quick action can help, but there’s no need to scrub or soak the bed. First, Get Your Child Comfortable Help your child change into dry pyjamas and find a warm, dry…

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by Oscar va
For Mums

Fun Group Activities in Sydney: Trying Something New

30/09/2026

Most friend groups have a default setting. Dinner at the usual spot, a few drinks, then the same bar you always drift back to. No one complains, but no one really remembers it either. If you want fun group activities in Sydney that break that habit, the kind that get everyone off their phones and actually laugh, it helps to skip the usual plan for once. Out in the eastern suburbs we’re spoiled for choice. The Bondi to Coogee walk is right there, and plenty of venues are a short drive away. The one thing worth checking first is how…

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by Oscar va
Shopping

The Tea Centre Opens at Westfield Bondi Junction – Discover the Art of the Perfect Cup of Tea

29/09/2026

Tea lovers have a new reason to visit Bondi Junction! The Tea Centre has opened a new store at Westfield Bondi Junction, bringing its huge collection of premium loose-leaf teas, matcha, tea accessories and gifts to Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. To celebrate the opening, The Tea Centre is hosting two special launch events on Friday 2 October and Saturday 3 October, giving locals the chance to meet the team, taste different teas and learn a little more about the art of making the perfect cup. And if you’re someone whose usual tea-making routine consists of dropping a tea bag into a…

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by jay

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