Why Is Halloween So Popular in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs?

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

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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...
Halloween
Why Is Halloween So Popular in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs?
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

 
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New boardwalk bridges accessibility gap at South Maroubra Beach

A new 55-metre boardwalk between Maroubra and South Maroubra Beach has just been completed, providing easier access to the South Maroubra Surf Life Saving Club for people with wheelchairs and prams. The long sandy track has been replaced with a continuous raised boardwalk made from a hard-wearing and maintenance-free recycled plastic material, which offers a long-lasting and eco-friendly alternative to traditional timber. It follows the completion of a new amenities building at South Maroubra Beach in October 2023, which included upgraded paths, landscaped areas, and parking spaces to improve accessibility. To further improve the accessibility of beaches in the Randwick…

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Events

Spot On: Carnival comes to Randwick!

The lineup for Spot On this Thursday 19 September 2024 has a distinct Brazilian flavour. Expect feverish beats and high energy stomping! Kick off the night with DJ, Lady Chika, who will be mixing tunes from 6pm at The Spot in Randwick. If dancing to the beat of your own drum is not your thing, samba along with Rhythm Brazil from 6.30pm. This magnetic ensemble of dancers, percussionists and performing artists will power their way up St Pauls Street in front of the Ritz Cinema, until 8pm. From 8pm to 9pm, we welcome a familiar face; emerging musician Oscar Falvey…

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Inspiration

Take time back and tackle life’s toughest stains with the new Vanish Gold Pro range 

Whether you’re a young family or parents of five, it can often feel like the laundry pile is never ending – especially when frustration sets in trying to remove a stubborn stain repeatedly. While some Aussies enjoy doing laundry, many are left frustrated by it with more than 30% of families stating they hate doing laundry despite it being a necessary chore. Adding to the mental load, most of us lead busy lifestyles making it easy to collect a myriad of tough stains on our clothes, whether that’s from spilt coffee, a pasta sauce splash or make-up. To help Aussies…

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Events, Inspiration

The Big Design Market at Carriageworks

The Big Design Market returns to Carriageworks in Sydney this September. Boasting 200+ Australian exhibitors, a mouthwatering array of food and wine experiences and immersive, interactive art installations, this event is a vibrant and joyful celebration of independent design complete with shopping, eating, drinking, creating and playing – all under one roof. The Big Design Market is the ultimate place to find exceptional items to delight every loved one with an incredible curation of ethically made ceramics, jewellery, homewares, clothing, innovative lifestyle products, pet wares, stationery and much more, with many exciting new brands joining the lineup.  You’ll be spoilt…

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Community, Inspiration, Parks and Beaches

Bondi Beach Sea Wall

The Bondi Beach Graffiti Wall is an internationally renowned site for Street and Graffiti Artists. The space holds within it a rich history, showcasing the evolution of an art movement that began in the late 1970s. Influenced by the international trends emanating from New York and the explosive culture of MTV. Around this time, a small group of young artists in Bondi eagerly embraced the global graffiti craze, transforming this wall into their urban canvas of expression. However, in those early days, the wall existed in a grey area of legality, resulting in tensions between the local police and the…

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Events

DARLING SQUARE MOON FESTIVAL 2024

Celebrate the Moon Festival at Darling Square with a large-scale vibrant lanterns’ installation, illuminated lion dancers, free kids’ activities and delicious eats! The Moon Festival, also known as Mid-Autumn Festival celebrates the Autumn harvest and originates from the ancient Chinese practice of moon worshipping to express gratitude for the year’s harvest and blessings. Originating in China, the festival is also celebrated across various countries in Asia including Korea, Japan, Vietnam and Singapore. Moon Festival is a time to connect with family and friends, honour the full harvest moon and enjoy a feast and mooncakes with loved ones. Feast your way through…

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Education, Kids

HSC Study Night @Waverley Library: English with Larry Grumley

Waverley Library is hosting a special study night for year 12 students! Larry Grumley will provide HSC students some last minute advice in preparation for their upcoming English exams, covering HSC Human Experience and Paper 2 study and exam techniques both Advanced and Standard courses. Larry Grumley has over 30 years’ experience teaching English in both Australia and overseas. He has taught at high school, TAFE and university level and is currently Head Teacher of English at Catherine McAuley High School, Sydney. As a Supervisor of Marking, he has presented lectures on aspects of English and learning skills to students…

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School holidays, What to do

Sydney’s Best Kept Picnic Spot – Hidden Gem at The Rocks

Looking for the perfect family picnic spot in the rocks Sydney? Look no further than The Rocks, home to one of the city’s best-kept secrets – Dawes Point Park. Nestled under the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, this stunning picnic location offers a day out like no other. Start your adventure by wandering through the bustling Rocks Markets, where you can pick up some of Sydney’s finest artisan food and drink. Whether it’s a fresh toastie, gourmet foccacia, or a cool ice cream treat, the market has something to satisfy everyone’s cravings. Pair your selections with a glass of bubbly or…

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Events, Inspiration, Kids, What to do

Kids Birthday party? Party Different.

Want to host the ultimate Messy Play party and not clean up a thing? The Messy Play Party Package has you covered. Designed by SECC’s qualified educators, our Messy Play Parties are unforgettable. Your guests will party with slime, playdough, paint, glitter, and textiles. It’s a Messy Play wonderland of fun. The SECC team sets up, facilitates the party, and cleans up the mess for you at our dedicated event space in Mascot. So just relax, chat, or join in the messy fun! This Messy Play Party Package is perfect for your little one’s first birthday, but there are also…

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Education

HSC Lock in @ Waverley Library: Maths with Harry Mavrolefteros

Get last minute needed advice in preparation for the upcoming HSC Maths Standard, Advanced, Extension 1 and Extension 2 Exams. Waverley Library is hosting a special study night for year 12 students! For students who selected Maths as part of their HSC, Harry Mavrolefteros will provide some last-minute advice in preparation for their upcoming exams, covering HSC exam techniques, specific questions and strategies for the Maths Standard, Advanced, Extension 1 and Extension 2 courses. Harry Mavrolefteros has over 15 years in Mathematics Education. He has taught at Cranbrook School,Kambala School and Emanuel School and operates the one-on-one tutoring centre First…

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