Eastern Suburbs Mums

The best picnic spots in the city of Sydney area

22/08/2023

13 parks, gardens and reserves to explore during warmer weather. Shake things up a little for your next feast and explore one of these great parks and outdoor areas. Before you choose a spot, check out these 6 steps for a waste-free picnic. Barangaroo Reserve. Photo: Katherine Griffiths / City of Sydney Barangaroo Reserve, Barangaroo Expect lookouts, idyllic coves, picnic spots and stunning harbour views. The closest train stations are Circular Quay and Wynyard. There is also an underground car park on-site. Public toilets are available. Blackwattle Bay Park. Photo: City of Sydney Blackwattle Bay Park,…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Jayne Kenwright

21/08/2023

Hi everyone, I’m Jayne and I’m a South Coogee local. I’m originally from Liverpool in the UK but Australia has been my home for a while now. This place is truly wonderful for raising kids! I love our local beaches, I love eating (so much!) and I love meeting up with my fellow mum friends! I also love trashy TV…but I don’t get too much time for that hobby with 2 little ones. A few months back, my job was made redundant. I thought I would take the opportunity for some time out to set up a business that I’ve…

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Business & Career

Want to change careers? Here’s how to start.

20/08/2023

The first thing you need to know is that you’re not alone in wanting to change careers. A recent study found that up to 70% of the workforce are looking for a change in career, and 30% of the workforce change jobs every 12 months! Change is the only constant in life, and that includes our career paths. Many of us find ourselves at crossroads, yearning for a change in our professional lives but feel overwhelmed by the uncertainty of where to begin. Changing careers as a Mum is even more challenging, with less time and more on our plates…

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Kids, Parenting

Kids and iPads: The Pros and Cons

19/08/2023

“My toddler has discovered my iPad, and now she loves playing with it. Should I feel guilty about letting her use it? Or are there benefits of iPads for toddlers?” Of course your toddler is drawn to a shiny, colorful screen that responds to her touch by lighting up, moving and making noise (read: coolest toy ever). And no doubt you’ve figured out that your iPad can magically captivate and occupy your tot during waits at the doctor’s office and long car rides. Good for you for giving her fascination real thought, but you can lose the guilt on this…

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Inspiration, What to do

National manga event to take over local QBD Books store this September

18/08/2023

National retailer QBD Books is bringing its inaugural Mini-Con to Bondi, showcasing the booming ‘manga’ genre of books, comics and graphic novels, which has surged in popularity in the last five years. Mini-Con is a free event that draws inspiration from the popular Oz Comic-Con and Supanova conventions – which centre on manga, anime, cosplay, and video games – and aims to bring a convention feel to regional consumers, who may not always be able to access these predominantly city-based events. Running in special pop-up locations in Westfield Bondi Junction from Thursday 7 September to Sunday 10 September, Mini-Con will…

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Events, Inspiration, What to do

Recycle it Saturday

17/08/2023

The Waverly Council, City of Sydney and Woollahra Council are organising a problem waste drop-off on recycle it Saturday Recycle a range of household items for free at problem waste drop-off events throughout the year. Problem wastes cannot be recycled through standard facilities and often require specific machines or processes to recycle them. Only certain materials are accepted at these events, so please have a look at the list of materials below. The next Recycle it Saturday event is open to residents of Waverley Council, City of Sydney, and Woollahra Council and is scheduled for: Saturday 26 August 2023 at the Alexandra Canal…

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Inspiration

See you at McKeon St Plaza

17/08/2023

The McKeon Street Plaza project 6-month trial was funded by the State Government’s Streets of Shared Spaces program. The trial ended on 31 March and Council at its meeting 28 March resolved to extend the project to allow for the finalization of consultation and the exploration of options for the space. For the duration of the project there was an onsite QR Code survey with 262 responses, that demonstrated strong community support for the Plaza to be made permanent with 90% of respondents believing the Plaza should be a permanent space. 7% said “No” and 3% not sure. There was…

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Parenting

Parenting with Clarity and Confidence (0-18 years)

16/08/2023

Learn to reduce parental anxiety and worry with Susanne North. Randwick City Council is hosting this workshop on reducing parental anxiety and worry. Learn to boost your parenting resilience and self-regulation skills, that will benefit the entire family. Susanne North, who is a Family Educator and certified Family Coach based in Sydney. Through her work as a Family Educator for Sydney Catholic Schools over the past ten years, Susanne brings a wealth of experience in the realm of family well-being underpinned by the Positive Psychology framework. Babies are welcome to attend the event. Parking is available on Brook Street and surrounding…

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Parks & Playgrounds

New all-weather Maroubra football field a hit with aspiring Matildas and Socceroos

15/08/2023

A new synthetic sports field at Coral Sea Park in Maroubra is already proving popular with young footballers just days after fences came down on the 10-month-long Randwick City Council upgrade. Randwick Mayor Dylan Parker officially opened the new sports field on Saturday 5 August 2023 amongst a gaggle of excited young aspiring footballers. “This new facility provides an all-weather playing field for our local teams,” says Mayor Parker. “The increased availability and reduced maintenance compared with a turf field will provide an estimated additional 2,000 hours of extra play time each year. “I’m very pleased that Council has delivered…

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Events

Sydney Fringe Festival Announces Art Festival at Sydney Place

15/08/2023

Sydney’s vibrant new dining and lifestyle precinct, Sydney Place, will host a month-long arts and culture festival in celebration of its official opening, in partnership with Sydney Fringe Festival produced by The Runaway Collective. From 1 September, Sydney Place will come alive with a series of interactive art installations and retailer activations, and on 9 September for one-night-only, they’ll host an exhilarating evening of live entertainment, theatre, immersive art and delicious food and drink offerings at the Sydney Fringe Block Party. Throughout the month of September, Sydney Place will be transformed into a living gallery with a captivating occupation by…

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Festival of the Winds Returns to Bondi Beach This September

Calling All Tiny Trainspotters: Thomas Is Coming to the NSW Rail Museum

Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth

Monday's Local Mum, Kerry McCarthy

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

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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.

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The best picnic spots in the city of Sydney area

Monday’s Local Mum, Jayne Kenwright

Want to change careers? Here’s how to start.

Kids and iPads: The Pros and Cons

National manga event to take over local QBD Books store this September

Recycle it Saturday

See you at McKeon St Plaza

Parenting with Clarity and Confidence (0-18 years)

New all-weather Maroubra football field a hit with aspiring Matildas and Socceroos

Sydney Fringe Festival Announces Art Festival at Sydney Place

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