Eastern Suburbs Mums

Kings Cross Community Centre Cookbook Sale Returns to Potts Point

19/05/2026

Food lovers, home cooks and bargain hunters are invited to explore shelves filled with culinary inspiration at the upcoming Kings Cross Community Centre Cookbook Sale in Potts Point. Taking place on Saturday 23 May from 9am to 12pm at the Rex Centre, 58A Macleay Street, Potts Point, the popular community event will feature a fantastic range of old and new cookbooks from both Australian and international authors. Visitors can browse through cookbooks covering everything from classic family recipes and baking favourites to international cuisines, healthy meals and gourmet entertaining ideas. Many books are in excellent condition, with some never even…

by jay

Moving Homes

What’s the best storage solution for tradies and their tools small businesses?

19/05/2026

If you’re a tradie, you already know the struggle. Tools piling up in the van. Materials turning up before you’re ready. Gear stuffed into garages, spare rooms, or anywhere that’ll fit. Some days, your workspace feels less like a well-oiled operation and more like a game of tool Tetris. That’s where TAXIBOX Local steps in, storage designed with tradies in mind. Practical, flexible, and close enough to grab that one thing you forgot (again). TAXIBOX Local Alexandria offers drive-up storage units that work like your off-site workshop, overflow shed or gear hub. Easy access. No fluff. No mucking around. Whether…

by jay

Parks and Beaches, Tennis

Discover Cooper Park: A Hidden Natural Oasis in Bellevue Hill

19/05/2026

Tucked away between Bellevue Hill and Bondi Junction, Cooper Park is one of the Eastern Suburbs’ most beautiful hidden gems. Unlike many of Sydney’s open parklands, Cooper Park offers visitors a unique bushland experience right in the heart of the city, with winding walking tracks, towering trees, peaceful picnic spots and abundant birdlife. Whether you’re looking for a family adventure, a quiet morning walk, a place to exercise or a stunning location for photography, Cooper Park is well worth exploring. Escape Into Nature One of the things that makes Cooper Park so special is its natural bushland setting. The park…

by jay

Babies

20 Simple Ways New Parents Can Reduce Parenting Stress

19/05/2026

Becoming a parent for the first time is a beautiful experience, but it can also feel overwhelming and exhausting in ways you never expected. Between sleepless nights, constant feeding, diaper changes, and trying to understand your baby’s needs, it is easy to feel stressed or unsure of yourself. The good news is that parenting does not have to be perfect to be meaningful. In most cases, simple routines, patience, and love matter far more than doing everything “the right way.” These easy and practical tips are designed to help new parents feel calmer, more confident, and less pressured during the…

by jay

Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Sarah Watson

18/05/2026

Hi Mummas, I’m Sarah, Mum of 3 living in Rosebery. I love spending time with family and friends, checking out new cafes and restaurants, and squeezing in the occasional sneaky late night mummy date at Archie Rose. As a family, we spend most weekends looking for fun things to do with our trio of minis – whether that’s a trip to a bike park, play centre, or a Bunnings kids crafter-noon session, it’s always an adventure! Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? We’ve lived in Rosebery for 11 years and have loved watching it evolve from…

by jay

Education, Kids, Learning

Check your child reading skills even before they can read

18/05/2026

It does not seem so long ago that Australians were in awe of the so-called Scandinavian approach to reading. The idea was that learning to read did not start until the age of 7. That is fine if ALL students are 7 when they start learning to read. But somehow this morphed into waiting until a child is 7 to take action when a child was struggling. What if your child started school at 5 years of age and turned seven at the end of year 1 or so? Do you still wait and see if they are just not…

by jay

Community, Free, What to do

LEGO Club at Eastgardens Library – A Fun After-School Activity for Eastern Suburbs Families

17/05/2026

Looking for a fun, creative and screen-free after-school activity for the kids? The popular LEGO Club at Eastgardens Library is giving local children the chance to build, create and imagine in a relaxed and family-friendly environment. Perfect for primary school-aged kids, the monthly drop-in program encourages children to take on exciting LEGO build challenges or let their imagination run wild with their own unique creations. Why Mums and Kids Love LEGO Club For Eastern Suburbs mums, LEGO Club is an easy and affordable way to keep children entertained after school while also helping them learn valuable skills through play. Here…

by jay

Pets

Healthy Ways Families Can Honour a Pet’s Memory

16/05/2026

While they might be our furry friends, they are also family members who become ingrained within the house. Whether it’s the morning they sit beside the door when we leave or the special spot they lay on the couch when watching TV, these pets have made themselves at home within our family structure. As such, their absence leaves a big hole in the house. Parents must not only grieve the loss, but teach their kids how to cope with their grief as well. The death of an animal companion marks the very first time that many kids will ever encounter…

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Community, Free

Eastgardens Library – A Hidden Gem for Eastern Suburbs Families

16/05/2026

For many Eastern Suburbs families, Eastgardens Library has become much more than a place to borrow books. Conveniently located inside the Westfield Eastgardens precinct, the modern community library offers a welcoming space where children can learn, play, read and participate in free educational activities throughout the year. Whether you are a parent looking for screen-free entertainment, a quiet reading space, or affordable family activities close to home, Eastgardens Library is one of the Eastern Suburbs’ most valuable community resources. Where Is Eastgardens Library? Eastgardens Library is located at: Level 2, Westfield Eastgardens 152 Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens Its central location makes…

by jay

Moving Homes, Real Estate

Where can I find large storage units to store my family belongings?

15/05/2026

Family life is many things and organised… isn’t always one of them. Between growing kids, shrinking space and homes that always feel one step away from overflowing, stuff has a sneaky way of multiplying. Some days, your home feels less like a sanctuary and more like a game of domestic Tetris. That’s where TAXIBOX Local steps in. It’s storage designed for families who simply need a bit more space. TAXIBOX Local is practical, flexible and close enough to swing by whenever you need to grab that one thing. TAXIBOX Local Alexandria offers drive-up storage built for busy households: the backup…

by jay

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Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth

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Kings Cross Community Centre Cookbook Sale Returns to Potts Point

What’s the best storage solution for tradies and their tools small businesses?

Discover Cooper Park: A Hidden Natural Oasis in Bellevue Hill

20 Simple Ways New Parents Can Reduce Parenting Stress

Monday’s Local Mum, Sarah Watson

Check your child reading skills even before they can read

LEGO Club at Eastgardens Library – A Fun After-School Activity for Eastern Suburbs Families

Healthy Ways Families Can Honour a Pet’s Memory

Eastgardens Library – A Hidden Gem for Eastern Suburbs Families

Where can I find large storage units to store my family belongings?

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