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Free, Parks and Beaches, School holidays

Bondi Firelight Returns: Bonfires, Music & Fire Dancers on Bondi Beach

There’s something pretty special about sitting around a fire by the ocean — and this October, Bondi Firelight is...
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Parks and Beaches, School holidays

School Holiday Activities in NSW National Parks

Looking for something a little different to do with the kids these spring school holidays? A day in one...
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bondi beach, Fun, Local

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...
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Local mum of 2 Kerry McCarthy has been happily calling the Eastern Suburbs home for more than 20 years...
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Free, Fun, Kids, Parks and Beaches

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...
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Free, Parks and Beaches, School holidays
Bondi Firelight Returns: Bonfires, Music & Fire Dancers on Bondi Beach
Parks and Beaches, School holidays
School Holiday Activities in NSW National Parks
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

 
Markets, Uncategorized

The Big Design Market Sydney is back

14/09/2026

The Big Design Market Sydney is back for its annual shopping event at Carriageworks from 18-20 September and it’s the ultimate day out for mums and little ones with a dedicated kids creative play space with free activities, plus a whole host of designers creating exquisite kids products. Some highlights include Sarah Allen, Oobi, Hey Doodle, Little Cotton Ears, Bath Crayons and Ruler Growth Charts.  Here’s a snapshot of what’s taking place: The Lineup: Over 230 of Australia’s best independent and ethical design brands under one roof including newcomers like Noc Noc Workshop, Georgia Rose Studio, Van Brussel, Gillian, Lost Towels, Kinology, Loop…

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by jay
Parks and Beaches, School holidays

School Holiday Activities in NSW National Parks

14/09/2026

Looking for something a little different to do with the kids these spring school holidays? A day in one of Sydney’s beautiful national parks could be the perfect excuse to get everyone outdoors, explore somewhere new and enjoy a break from the usual school holiday routine. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is running a range of ranger-guided activities and family experiences across Sydney during the holidays. Kids can become junior rangers, learn bush and navigation skills, get creative with nature, search for native wildlife or discover some of Sydney’s fascinating local history. There are activities for different ages,…

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by jay
Education

Creating a Montessori Inspired Environment at Home and in Learning Spaces

14/09/2026

A Montessori-inspired space helps children participate in everyday life independently. Thoughtful choices can make a home or learning space calmer and more inviting for purposeful play. Make Essentials Easy to Reach Place a selection of toys, books and items on low, open shelves. Give each item a home so children can choose, use and return it with less help. Use child-sized tables and chairs Keep shelves uncluttered Rotate activities as interests change Choose Materials with Purpose Wooden blocks, puzzles, stacking toys and pretend-play pieces can encourage varied, open-ended play. Choose age-appropriate items that encourage exploration, coordination and problem-solving at each…

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by jay
School holiday footy camps
School holidays, Sports

School Holiday Footy Camps: Big Fun for Little Footy Players

13/09/2026

Looking for a fun way to keep the kids active during the school holidays? Little Foxes Footy Academy is running school holiday Footy Camps designed especially for younger children aged 4 to 7 years. With plenty of games, movement and footy fun, the camps are a great opportunity for kids to burn off some holiday energy while learning new skills, building confidence and making new friends. And importantly for younger players, the focus isn’t on competition – it’s about having fun, getting involved and enjoying footy. Footy Skills Through Play Little Foxes Footy Academy has designed its holiday camps specifically…

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by jay
Child Care

Local Childcare Centres Can Get Free Help to Become More Sustainable

12/09/2026

Local childcare centres and early learning facilities looking to reduce energy costs and make their buildings more sustainable can now access free support through the Climate Ready Childcares program. The initiative is being jointly delivered by Waverley, Woollahra and Randwick Councils and is designed to make it easier for local early learning providers to investigate practical sustainability upgrades without having to navigate the process alone. For childcare centres, reducing energy use can mean lower running costs while also creating more comfortable and sustainable spaces for local children, educators and families. Centres can also see what is covered under the current…

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by jay
Family Fun Days
Free, School holidays

Free Family Fun Day Comes to Bondi Junction These Spring School Holidays

11/09/2026

Looking for something free and fun to do with the kids these spring school holidays? Head to Bondi Junction on Monday 28 September for a Family Fun Day filled with activities, entertainment and hands-on experiences for kids. Taking over Oxford Street Mall from 10:30am to 1:30pm, the event is a great excuse to get out of the house, meet up with friends and keep the kids entertained without spending a fortune. Plenty to Keep the Kids Busy Waverley Council’s Family Fun Days are all about giving children the chance to create, explore, learn and play. Families can expect a mix…

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by jay
Markets

New Bondi Junction Twilight Markets Launch with a Special Moon Festival Edition

10/09/2026

There’s something new coming to Bondi Junction this spring — and it could become a great regular Thursday evening outing for Eastern Suburbs families. The Bondi Junction Twilight Markets will launch on Thursday 24 September 2026, transforming Oxford Street Mall into an evening market filled with food, shopping, live music and entertainment. Even better, the very first market will be a special Moon Festival edition, bringing some of the flavours, stalls and atmosphere of Sydney’s Chinatown Markets to Bondi Junction. A New Monthly Market for Bondi Junction The Bondi Junction Twilight Markets are set to become a regular fixture, taking…

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by jay
Coogee Public School pavilion classroom in 1913
Community, Education, Events, Local, Schools

Coogee Public School celebrates 150 years

10/09/2026

Coogee Public School will welcome its community, past and present, for a landmark 150th anniversary celebration on Saturday 12 September 2026, from 11am to 3pm. The free community event will celebrate the generations of students, staff and families who have shaped the school since it was established in 1876. It is a chance to reconnect with old friends, share memories, explore the school’s history and see what learning at Coogee Public School looks like today. When: Saturday 12 September 2026, 11am-3pm Where: Coogee Public School, corner of Byron Street and Coogee Bay Road, Coogee One hundred and fifty years of…

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by Justin Wastnage
Harbour Early Learning Vaucluse
Child Care, Education

Harbour Early Learning Vaucluse Invites Eastern Suburbs Families to Its Open Day

09/09/2026

If you’re starting to think about early learning or childcare for 2027, Harbour Early Learning Vaucluse is opening its doors to Eastern Suburbs families this September. On Saturday 19 September, parents and children are invited to visit Harbour Early Learning Vaucluse for a morning where you can explore the centre, meet the team and get a better feel for what everyday life at the centre could look like for your child. Take a Look Inside Harbour Early Learning Vaucluse Choosing an early learning centre is a big decision for families, and sometimes the best way to know whether a centre…

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by jay
Markets

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

08/09/2026

Looking for a beautiful way to spend a spring Sunday? Watsons Bay Spring Market returns on Sunday 13 September, bringing more than 150 stalls, fantastic food, local makers, live entertainment and loads of FREE activities for the kids to Robertson Park. Now in its ninth year, the Watsons Bay Spring Market has become one of the biggest markets of the spring season — and with its spectacular location between the harbour and the ocean, it’s also one of the prettiest. Even better? The market is right at Watsons Bay ferry wharf, so leave the car at home and make the…

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by jay

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