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

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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

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

 
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Edit Photos on Your Device – A Fun and Free Workshop at Waverley Library

Looking for a fun way to get creative with your phone photos? Join Waverley Library’s “Edit Photos on Your Device”workshop on Thursday 12 June 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, and discover just how easy (and enjoyable!) photo editing can be. Part of the popular Digital KnowHow series, this hands-on session introduces simple but powerful apps that can turn your everyday pictures into something truly special. Learn how to brighten, sharpen, crop, and enhance your favourite snaps with just a few taps – all in a relaxed, friendly setting. Held at Waverley Library, 32-48 Denison Street, Bondi Junction, the…

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Art classes, School holidays

Playcarnival Fluid Art workshops with a twist for all ages

If you’re a mum in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs looking for something fun, different, and actually engaging for your kids (and maybe even for you and your besties), meet PLAYCARNIVAL, the most joyfully chaotic, hands-on art experience in Sydney.  Why Mums Love It?  Let’s start with what it’s not. This isn’t your average sip-and-paint or colour-inside-the-lines activity. At PLAYCARNIVAL, traditional paintbrushes are almost nowhere to be seen! Instead, kids (and grown-ups too) dive headfirst into the wonderfully unpredictable world of fluid art. Think spinning canvases on lazy Susans, creating magical cells with blowing, bamboo skewers, chains and even chef torches! Yes,…

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Children's Ballet & Dance Classes, Kids Sports

Tutu Studios: Children’s Ballet & Dance Classes in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs

Discover the Magic of Dance at Tutu Studios: Where Every Child’s Imagination Takes Centre Stage Are you searching for a delightful and enriching activity for your child in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs? Look no further than Tutu Studios, a cherished dance school that has been nurturing young dancers since 2011. With a philosophy rooted in kindness, creativity, and structured learning, Tutu Studios offers a unique blend of imaginative storytelling and classical ballet training that captivates children and parents alike. A Dance School Like No Other Founded by passionate dance educator Elke Crowe, Tutu Studios was born from a vision to create…

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Community, Events

Koojay Corroboree Returns to Coogee Beach for its 10th Anniversary Celebration

Join in a powerful celebration of Aboriginal culture, ceremony and community as the Koojay Corroboree returns to the sands of Coogee Beach on Friday 30 May 2025, from 10am to 2pm. Hosted by Randwick City Council in partnership with the La Perouse Local Aboriginal Land Council, this year’s event marks a special milestone – the 10th anniversary of the Koojay Corroboree. To honour a decade of cultural connection and community engagement, an extended program of performances and activities has been planned. Each year, the Koojay Corroboree brings Coogee Beach to life with traditional and contemporary Aboriginal dance, storytelling and song…

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Business & Career, Food

Mumpreneurs Guide to Opening a Local Café

Opening a café has long felt like the perfect dream for many mums. After all, it blends flexibility, community, and creativity—three things that resonate with many parents trying to balance work and family life. Whether it’s the idea of creating a cosy space that reflects your personality or simply wanting to share your love for a good brew with your local community, stepping into the coffee business can be as rewarding as it is exciting. But before you dive in, one of the first investments to consider is a coffee machine for business. It might seem like a small detail,…

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Home Maintenance

How Often Should You Get an Electrical Safety Check?

We use electricity more than we realise — whether it’s for cooking dinner, charging our phones or keeping the lights on. But even though we use it every day, most of us don’t think twice about what’s going on behind our walls. Like anything else in your home, your electrical system ages. Wires deteriorate, switches wear out and components can become unsafe if left unchecked. That’s where electrical safety checks come in. These inspections are crucial in preventing serious hazards. But how often should you get one? And what should you expect from the process? Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord…

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Parks and Beaches

Spot a Whale on Our Spectacular Coastal Walks

Get ready for one of nature’s most breathtaking performances—right on our doorstep! Woollhara Council invites you to join a series of guided whale watching walks this winter, where you’ll explore dramatic cliff-top paths and witness humpback whales on their epic annual migration. Starting at Macquarie Lighthouse and finishing at the scenic Gap Park in Watsons Bay, these guided morning walks offer more than just a chance to spot whales. Along the way, you’ll learn about Australia’s whaling history and discover the natural and cultural heritage of the Vaucluse coastline. Humpback whales are known for their acrobatic displays—breaching, tail-slapping, and blowing…

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Community, competitions

Entries now open for the 2025 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize

Artists are invited to submit entries for the 2025 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize – Australia’s most prestigious award dedicated to small-scale sculpture. Now in its 24th year, the Prize celebrates artistic excellence in works measuring up to 80cm in any dimension. Presented by Woollahra Council and hosted at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, the Prize offers a platform for established and emerging, local and international artists to present original sculptures on a small scale. All works are blind judged, with the selected finalists exhibited in a free public exhibition from 26 September to 16 November 2025. Winners will be announced at…

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Community

Creativity Returns to Chippendale: Pine Street Creative Arts Centre Reopens This June

Nestled in the heart of Chippendale, Pine Street Creative Arts Centre stands as a vibrant hub for artistic expression and community engagement. Operated by the City of Sydney, this dedicated arts facility offers a diverse range of workshops and programs designed to inspire creativity across all ages and skill levels. A Space for Creativity and Learning Pine Street Creative Arts Centre provides year-round workshops led by specialist tutors and practising artists. Courses span various disciplines, including ceramics, printmaking, jewellery making, drawing, and painting. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist, the Centre’s programs are tailored to support your…

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Parks and Beaches

Improved Access Coming Soon to Clovelly Ocean Pool

Access is about to get easier at one of the Eastern Suburbs’ most loved swimming spots. Randwick City Council has begun major upgrades at Clovelly Ocean Pool, including the installation of a brand-new staircase to make entering and exiting the water safer and more convenient for everyone. In response to community feedback, Randwick City Council has commenced building new stairs at the southeast corner of the Geoff James Pool (Clovelly Ocean Pool). This key upgrade will make getting in and out of the pool easier and more convenient, especially for those with mobility challenges. To carry out the works safely,…

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