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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

 
School holidays, Sports

Get the Kids Surfing These School Holidays with Waves Surf School

24/09/2026

Looking for a school holiday activity that gets the kids outdoors, off their devices and into the ocean? For families in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, Waves Surf School offers school holiday surf camps where kids can spend the day learning to surf, improving their skills and building their confidence in the ocean. Based out of Bondi and running surf trips, tours and lessons since 1999, Waves caters for everyone from first-time surfers through to more experienced kids wanting to take their surfing to the next level. More Than Just a Surf Lesson What we like about the Waves school holiday program…

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Community, Free, Uncategorized

Spot On 2026: Six Thursday Nights of Food, Music & Family Fun at The Spot

24/09/2026

The Spot in Randwick is coming alive again this spring, with Spot On returning for six Thursday evenings of outdoor dining, live music, entertainment and family-friendly fun. Running every Thursday from 24 September to 29 October 2026, Spot On transforms the popular Randwick dining precinct into a lively street festival, giving local families a great reason to head out for dinner and enjoy an evening of free entertainment. Partly funded through the NSW Government Open Streets Program, the six-week series celebrates The Spot’s restaurants and local businesses while creating more space for people to eat, meet and enjoy the neighbourhood….

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by jay
Community, School holidays

Glenayr Avenue Street Party Returns to Bondi This Spring

24/09/2026

Glenayr Avenue Street Party Returns to Bondi This Spring Spring is here, and Bondi is getting ready to celebrate with the return of the Glenayr Avenue Street Party on Saturday 10 October 2026. Glenayr Avenue will come alive for a full day of live music, street food, kids’ entertainment and community fun, making this a great local day out for Eastern Suburbs families. A Spring Street Party in the Heart of Bondi Waverley Council is transforming Glenayr Avenue into a lively pedestrian-friendly celebration from 11am to 8pm, bringing locals, families and visitors together to enjoy everything that makes Bondi such…

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by jay
Markets

Maroubra Beach Markets: Shop Local by the Sea

24/09/2026

Looking for a relaxed way to spend your Saturday morning with the family? Maroubra Beach Markets bring together local makers, fresh food, unique finds and plenty of community atmosphere, all just moments from the beach. Held at Broadarrow Reserve in Maroubra on the first Saturday of every month from 8am to 2pm, the markets feature more than 100 stalls alongside food, coffee and live entertainment. It’s an easy addition to a weekend in Maroubra – browse the stalls, grab something for breakfast or lunch and then head down to the beach. What You’ll Find at Maroubra Beach Markets There’s plenty…

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Catering, Child Care

5 Gentle Herbs Every Mum Should Have at Home

24/09/2026

When your little one has a tummy ache at 9pm or your toddler comes home covered in mozzie bites, it helps to have a few trusted natural options on hand. Herbal medicine has been used safely by families for centuries, and some of the gentlest herbs are perfectly suited to the everyday bumps, bugs and bedtime battles of family life. We asked the naturopaths at Nimbin Apothecary, a herbal dispensary run by qualified herbalists in the Northern Rivers since 1990, to share the five herbs they recommend most to families. Here is what they told us. 1. Chamomile: The Bedtime…

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Real Estate

Downsizing or Moving Up? Key Real Estate Considerations for Growing Families

24/09/2026

Family life rarely stays static. Whether you’re expecting your third child, caring for ageing parents, or finding your current home no longer fits your lifestyle, property decisions for growing families involve careful thought beyond simple square metreage. The right move can transform daily life, whilst a hasty decision might leave you regretting compromises for years to come. Understanding Your Family’s Actual Needs Before browsing property listings, take stock of what your family genuinely requires versus what you think you want. A sprawling five-bedroom house sounds ideal until you realise the upkeep consumes every weekend. Do your children need separate bedrooms,…

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Homes and Living, Inspiration

The Portable Fan for Australia Parents Wish They’d Bought Sooner

23/09/2026

Key Highlights A portable stroller fan helps keep your baby cooler on hot walks with steady, good airflow. The right fan gives you useful speed settings, so you can match the breeze to the weather. Strong battery life matters because short trips can easily turn into longer outings. Child-safe designs help protect little fingers with covered blades or safer enclosures. A well-placed fan can make the stroller seat feel less stuffy during warm weather. Rechargeable options are often easier for everyday use than constant battery swaps. Introduction You do not usually think about a stroller fan until one hot walk…

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Art, School holidays

Big Ideas in Small Packages: School Holiday Sculpture Fun at Woollahra Gallery

22/09/2026

Got a young artist at home? These spring school holidays, kids can get creative at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf — and they could even see their own sculpture exhibited in the Gallery. Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf is inviting young creators aged 5 to 12 to think small and dream big with the launch of the inaugural Woollahra Super Small Sculpture Prize, alongside a series of hands-on Super Small Sculpture Workshopsduring the spring school holidays. Whether your child is constantly making things at home, loves experimenting with art or simply wants to try something completely different these holidays, this is a…

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by jay
School holidays

Supa School Holiday Fun at Supa Centa Moore Park This Spring

21/09/2026

Looking for an easy and affordable way to keep the kids entertained these Spring School Holidays? Head to Supa Centa Moore Park, where families can enjoy free play zones, family-friendly facilities, plenty of places to grab a bite to eat and, best of all, free parking for parents and carers. Whether you’re looking for somewhere for the kids to burn off some energy or simply want to combine a little shopping with some family fun, there’s plenty to make a school holiday visit easy. Free School Holiday Fun Keeping the kids entertained over the holidays doesn’t always have to come…

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by jay
Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local mum Kirsty Amland

21/09/2026

This week we meet Vaucluse mum Kirsty Ameland, who has called Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs home for more than 20 years and has raised her two teenagers, Audrey and Charlie, surrounded by harbour beaches, local parks and the close-knit community she now couldn’t imagine leaving. Like many local mums, Kirst has spent plenty of years juggling work, school life, kids’ activities and the never-ending job of keeping up with growing children. Along the way, one particular frustration kept coming up: school uniforms. Finding good-quality second-hand uniforms could mean trying to make it to a school uniform sale, endlessly scrolling through online…

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by jay

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