Eastern Suburbs Mums

The Living Room Is Out, Long Live The Social Kitchen

May 25, 2025

We have all adapted to new patterns of living, witnessing a substantial change in the way we spend time in our homes. For instance, men used to endure a peculiar wave of anxiety when passing by the kitchen, an almost suffocating dread that they might be summoned to clean off the table. Today, they spend most of their time hanging out in the kitchen, connecting with good food and their beloved company. This particular shift occurred when the rise of the social kitchen subtly persuaded us to regard the living room as something outdated, even redundant in the modern home….

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For Mums, Travel

A Boutique Tennis Escape with Heart: Hamilton Island Welcomes Queens of Aces

May 24, 2025

From social tennis to soul-nourishing escapes—how two Sydney women created a community of connection, confidence, and courtside fun. What began with two Sydney mums—Mary–Louise Battilana and Lisa Leonard—organising a casual weekly tennis hit has grown into something quietly powerful. Queens of Aces is now a thriving women’s tennis collective where confidence is rebuilt, friendships are formed, and wellbeing is nurtured in the most joyful, stylish way possible. Their next chapter? A four-day boutique retreat at The Sundays, Hamilton Island’s newly opened luxury hotel. From August 7–10, 2025, guests will immerse themselves in a curated program that combines daily social tennis, sunrise…

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Events

Everything Free at Vivid Sydney 2025 – A Family-Friendly Guide

May 23, 2025

Vivid Sydney is back from 24 May to 15 June, lighting up our Harbour City with an extraordinary celebration of Light, Music, Ideas and Food. Across 23 dazzling nights, the festival invites locals and visitors alike to connect, reflect and be inspired by this year’s powerful theme: Humanity. Whether you’re chasing glowing light installations with the kids, soaking in a free live gig under the stars, or exploring thought-provoking talks and performances — so much of Vivid is completely free to enjoy (aside from the Opal card tap, of course!). To help you make the most of the magic, we’ve…

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Events

Vivid Kids at Tumbalong Park

May 22, 2025

EVENT DETAILS Little people, big fun. Get ready to sing, dance and play as Vivid Kids takes over Tumbalong Park every Saturday at 5pm throughout the festival. Kick off your Light Walk adventure with FREE family-friendly shows, designed to get little legs moving and big imaginations soaring—all before the main music lineup lights up the night. Laugh, learn and let loose at the below: SATURDAY 24 MAY: PASIFIX Come early for a powerful celebration of Australia’s Pacific Island community with PASIFIX. Kicking off at 5pm with a special cultural community performance that’s family friendly, before taking over the stage for…

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Dental Health, Uncategorized

Orthodontics After 30: Why It’s Not Too Late to Straighten Your Smile

May 22, 2025

Braces used to be something you associated with your school years — awkward smiles and metal brackets. But that idea is long outdated. These days, more adults than ever are choosing to straighten their teeth and boost their confidence with orthodontic treatment. The Australian Society of Orthodontists (ASO) reports that one in four orthodontic patients in Australia is now an adult. That’s proof that investing in your smile is never too late. If you’ve been considering improving your dental alignment, now’s the time to explore adult orthodontic options that suit your lifestyle and age. In this article, we’ll look at…

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Community, Parenting

Have Your Say: Help Shape Parenting Workshops and Programs in Randwick

May 21, 2025

Are you a parent living in the Randwick Council area? Your voice matters — and now’s the perfect time to share it! Randwick Council is inviting all parents and caregivers in the local community to take part in a short survey aimed at improving the Parenting Workshops and Programs offered across the city. We know parenting doesn’t come with a manual — but having the right support and information makes a world of difference. That’s why the Council partners with local community service providers to offer a range of free and low-cost workshops to help families navigate the joys and…

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Pets

6 Surprising Health Benefits of Owning a Cat – For Mind and Body

May 21, 2025

If you’ve ever felt your heart melt at the sound of a soft purr or the sight of a tiny paw kneading your lap, you’re not alone. Cats have a special way of sneaking into our lives — and staying there. But aside from being endlessly cute and entertaining, owning a cat comes with some pretty powerful health benefits that many people don’t realise. From ancient Egypt to modern Bondi living rooms, cats have shared our homes and hearts for thousands of years. They were first domesticated nearly 10,000 years ago, originally valued for keeping rodent populations under control. Fast…

by jay

Cinema

SHE’S HERE! MUMMY PIG WELCOMES ‘BABY EVIE’ INTO THE WORLD

May 21, 2025

London, UK – 20th May 2025 – Pig news in the world of Peppa Pig! The moment fans have been waiting for is finally here, Mummy Pig has given birth to a beautiful baby girl! Baby Evie was welcomed into the world today at 5:34AM and both Mummy Pig and baby are doing well. Sound the trumpets and polish those wellies because after years of stomping in muddy puddles as a family of four, there’s a brand-new addition to the Peppa Pig family! Continuing the iconic pregnancy and gender announcements, Mummy Pig has revealed her newest addition in a royal-worthy…

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competitions

Creative Kids Wanted! Enter the Sydney Lunar Festival 2026 Drawing Competition

May 20, 2025

Does your child love to draw and let their imagination run wild? Here’s a fantastic opportunity to see their artwork featured in one of Sydney’s biggest cultural celebrations – the Sydney Lunar Festival 2026 – and it’s open to children aged 5 to 12! The City of Sydney is inviting young artists to create and submit their most colourful and creative horse drawings to celebrate the Year of the Horse. Selected artworks will be displayed outdoors in Haymarket, where thousands of festival visitors can admire them. It’s a wonderful way to get your kids involved in the arts, boost their…

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School holidays, What to do

Step Back in Time with the Kids: A Fun, Eye-Opening Day Out at the Museum of Sydney

May 20, 2025

Looking for something different (and meaningful!) to do with the kids? Pop on a train or jump in the car and head into the city for Seeing Sydney, Knowing Country — a fascinating and family-friendly exhibition running until August 2025 at the Museum of Sydney. This is not your average history lesson. It’s a walk through time, showing how Sydney’s beautiful bushland, harbour, and foreshore were seen by early British colonists — and, more importantly, how they’ve been understood and cared for by First Nations people for over 60,000 years. There are incredible old maps, hand-drawn plans, early sketches, and…

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The Living Room Is Out, Long Live The Social Kitchen

A Boutique Tennis Escape with Heart: Hamilton Island Welcomes Queens of Aces

Everything Free at Vivid Sydney 2025 – A Family-Friendly Guide

Vivid Kids at Tumbalong Park

Orthodontics After 30: Why It’s Not Too Late to Straighten Your Smile

Have Your Say: Help Shape Parenting Workshops and Programs in Randwick

6 Surprising Health Benefits of Owning a Cat – For Mind and Body

SHE’S HERE! MUMMY PIG WELCOMES ‘BABY EVIE’ INTO THE WORLD

Creative Kids Wanted! Enter the Sydney Lunar Festival 2026 Drawing Competition

Step Back in Time with the Kids: A Fun, Eye-Opening Day Out at the Museum of Sydney

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