Watsons Bay Spring Market Returns This Sunday with 150+ Stalls and FREE Family Fun

Looking for a beautiful way to spend a spring Sunday? Watsons Bay Spring Market returns on Sunday 13 September,...

Festival of the Winds Returns to Bondi Beach This September

Get ready to look to the skies! One of Sydney’s most colourful family events, Festival of the Winds, is...

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...

Monday's Local Mum, Kerry McCarthy

Local mum of 2 Kerry McCarthy has been happily calling the Eastern Suburbs home for more than 20 years...

Best Kids Bike Parks in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs (Plus Alexandria, Mascot, Surry Hills & CBD)

Looking for the best places for your kids to ride bikes, scooters or balance bikes in Sydney’s East? Whether...
Markets
Watsons Bay Spring Market Returns This Sunday with 150+ Stalls and FREE Family Fun
Events, Free, Fun
Festival of the Winds Returns to Bondi Beach This September
bondi beach, Fun, Local
Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth
Monday's Mum Profiles
Monday's Local Mum, Kerry McCarthy
Free, Fun, Kids, Parks and Beaches
Best Kids Bike Parks in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs (Plus Alexandria, Mascot, Surry Hills & CBD)
 

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

 
Health & Wellbeing

Welcome Home: Meet Dr Erin Hawken of Home Chiropractic Studio in Paddington

A calm, boutique chiropractic studio in the heart of Paddington, helping local families reconnect with movement, clarity and care. In the middle of a busy week, finding a place that feels calm, considered and supportive can make all the difference. That is the feeling behind Home. Chiropractic Studio, a boutique chiropractic space in Paddington created by Dr Erin Hawken. Located on Hargrave Street, directly across from the iconic Bellevue Hotel, Home Chiropractic Studio has been designed as an oasis for modern life. It is a place where individuals and families can pause, check in with their body, and receive chiropractic…

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bondi beach, Free, Sports

FIFA World Cup Comes to Bondi: A Free Family Day Out by the Beach

Football fever is coming to Bondi this June as Waverley Council brings the excitement of the FIFA World Cup to one of Sydney’s most iconic locations. A giant live viewing site will be set up at North Bondi Park on Ramsgate Avenue, giving locals and visitors the chance to watch World Cup matches on the big screen while enjoying the stunning backdrop of Bondi Beach. Located at the northern end of Bondi Beach, North Bondi Park is just steps away from the sand, making it the perfect place to relax, soak up the atmosphere and cheer on your favourite team…

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Community, Environment, Garden

Pocket City Farms Celebrates 10 Years with a Winter Solstice Festival

Pocket City Farms is turning 10, and the team is inviting the whole community to celebrate at its annual Winter Solstice Festival on Saturday 20 June 2026. Part birthday party, part solstice celebration, and entirely farm-filled, the event marks a decade of growing food, connection and community in the heart of the Inner West. Pocket City Farms says the milestone would not have been possible without the ongoing support of locals, volunteers, visitors, families and friends who have helped keep the farm thriving over the past 10 years. The festival will run from 12pm to 6pm, with the afternoon beginning…

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Art, Events, Free

Enjoy Free Live Music Across Randwick City with the Amplify Music Program

Looking for a free and family-friendly way to spend your Saturday? Randwick City Council’s Amplify Music Programis bringing live music, community spirit and a vibrant atmosphere to streets, beaches and town centres across Randwick City. Formerly known as Summer Sounds, Amplify showcases talented local musicians performing in some of the area’s most popular outdoor locations. The program runs fortnightly until 27 June 2026, with free performances taking place on Saturdays from 11am–2pm and 6pm–9pm. A Great Day Out for Families For mums and families, Amplify offers the perfect excuse to get outdoors and enjoy quality time together without spending a…

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Child Care

Health and Wellness Strategies for Mums Caring for Kids and Aging Parents

Being a mother is already a demanding, full-time job. Add the responsibility of caring for aging parents to the mix, and you find yourself planted right in the thick of the sandwich generation. According to AARP’s 2025 Caregiving in the U.S. report, roughly 16 million American adults currently provide unpaid care to both a child under 18 and an older adult. These dual roles require massive time commitments. The 2025 CARE Index reveals that sandwich generation caregivers spend an average of 31.7 hours weekly on unpaid care alongside their existing careers and family duties. For mums caught in this generational…

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Events, Free, School holidays

Christmas in July Festival Returns to The Rocks in 2026 with Snowfalls, Fairy Lights and Festive Winter Magic

Get ready to dust off your winter coats, scarves and Christmas jumpers because Sydney’s much-loved Christmas in July Festival is returning to The Rocks from 10–19 July 2026. Following the huge success of last year’s event, the free-entry festival will once again transform Sydney’s historic precinct into a magical European-style winter wonderland, complete with snowfalls, twinkling fairy lights, festive entertainment, artisan markets and delicious winter treats. For ten enchanting nights, visitors can experience the charm of a traditional European Christmas market without leaving Sydney. The cobblestone laneways and sandstone buildings of The Rocks will be illuminated by kilometres of fairy…

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Homes and Living

7 Best Montessori Floor Beds in Australia

Montessori floor beds have become increasingly popular among Australian families looking to create safe, independent, and thoughtfully designed sleep spaces for young children. Inspired by the Montessori philosophy, these low-profile beds allow children to get in and out of bed independently while encouraging confidence, exploration, and autonomy from an early age. With more Montessori floor beds available than ever, choosing the right option can be challenging. Parents should consider construction quality, safety, durability, craftsmanship, sustainability, and whether the bed accommodates standard Australian mattress sizes. To help narrow down the options, we’ve compared seven of Australia’s best Montessori floor beds. After…

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Food, Restaurants

Free Art, Workshops and Live Performances Come to Sydney Fish Market

Sydney Fish Market is known for its fresh seafood and vibrant waterfront atmosphere, but it has now become one of Sydney’s most unexpected cultural destinations with the launch of Seascapes, a free arts and entertainment program running until October 2026. Presented in partnership with the NSW Government and curated by acclaimed Australian curator Daniel Mudie Cunningham alongside Cultural Capital, Seascapes brings a diverse lineup of live performances, interactive workshops, sound installations and immersive cultural experiences to the Market’s iconic harbourfront location. Inspired by the sea, Sydney Harbour and the unique character of Sydney Fish Market, the program features 14 artist…

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Environment, Free

IndigiGrow Giving Away 3,000 Free Native Saplings

Randwick City residents can collect free native saplings this month through a local giveaway run by IndigiGrow in partnership with Randwick Council. The La Perouse-based initiative is giving away 3,000 saplings to help protect and restore native plants across the local area. Each household is eligible to receive two free saplings. A wide range of native species is available, giving residents options for different garden sizes, balconies, courtyards and shaded areas. The giveaway is part of IndigiGrow’s ongoing work to restore local native flora, including the critically endangered Eastern Suburbs Banksia Scrub. More than 90 per cent of this important…

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Local, Travel

How Same Day Interstate Delivery Keeps Businesses Moving

Australian business runs across great distances, with customers and suppliers spread between the major cities and the regions beyond them. In a market this large, the speed at which goods travel between states can shape how well a company serves its customers. Same day delivery across state lines has become a genuine advantage, letting businesses keep their promises still when the recipient sits a thousand kilometres away. The idea is simple and powerful. A document, a part or a product collected in one capital can reach another the very same day, arriving while it is still useful and relevant. For…

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