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Hidden Gem Alert! Discover Gugara Park, Paddington's Little Playground Paradise

Tucked away in a quiet corner of Paddington is a playground that deserves a spot on every Eastern Suburbs...

Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations

Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations Looking for a little...

How to Make Your Family Garage Sale a Standout This November

There’s something wonderfully simple about a garage sale. Open the garage, pull out the things your family no longer...

Monday's Local mum Kirsty Amland

This week we meet Vaucluse mum Kirsty Ameland, who has called Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs home for more than 20...
Halloween
Why Is Halloween So Popular in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs?
Parks & Playgrounds, What to do
Hidden Gem Alert! Discover Gugara Park, Paddington's Little Playground Paradise
Community
Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations
Community, Markets
How to Make Your Family Garage Sale a Standout This November
Monday's Mum Profiles
Monday's Local mum Kirsty Amland
 

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

 
Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Aileen Anderson

Hello! I’m Aileen, a local Eastern Suburbs Artist, Primary Teacher and the proud mother of three beautiful children.  I have been teaching in Public Education for over twenty years and have loved working with children and their families. In 2020, I took some time to devote to my family and my artistic adventure evolved to what it is today. I love sunrise walks around our local coastal areas with my husband Greg or my tribe. It has been my daily dose of inspiration for my paintings.  As a mother of three I spend a lot my time driving around the…

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Parks & Playgrounds, Playgroups, School holidays

The DRLC Splash Park is officially open

It’s here! The DRLC Splash Park officially opened on Sunday, October 8th. The event was graced by the presence of the newly elected Randwick Council Mayor, Philipa Veitch, along with Councillors and esteemed guests. The opening ceremony commenced with a speech from the Mayor, followed by the ceremonial cutting of the ribbon and the unveiling of a commemorative plaque. The day was filled with an array of family-friendly activities, including kids’ entertainment, roving performers, face painting, and more. It’s safe to say that the Splash Park was bustling with excitement on its inaugural day of operation. The Splash Park is…

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Inspiration

Study Techniques for Busy Mums: Maximising Productivity in Limited Time

Being a mother is one of the most demanding and rewarding jobs in the world. Between managing household chores, taking care of the kids, and possibly holding down a job, finding time for studying can be a real challenge. However, it’s not impossible. In fact, with the right study techniques and strategies, busy mums can make the most of their limited time and achieve their educational goals. In this article, we will explore some effective study techniques tailored to the unique needs of busy mums – allowing them to maximise productivity in the limited time available. If you can implement…

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Inspiration

Next recycle it Saturday is 25th of November 2023

What happens to items dropped off at Recycle It Saturday? Do you want to do the right thing for the planet by recycling your old lightbulbs, batteries, X-rays, unwanted clothes – but you find you never have the time to drive around to various drop off locations? The Woollahra  Recycle It Saturday event is for you! It’s a one-stop-shop for all your ‘problem waste’ recycling needs, and you don’t even need to get out of your car. The next event is on Saturday 25 November from 9am to 3pm at Alexandra Canal Depot and is open to City of Sydney, Waverley…

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Kids, Parenting

Harbour Early Learning Vaucluse – Pre-Enrolling Now for 2024 & 2025

Dear Eastern Suburbs Mums,  Pre-Enrol now for 2024 and 2025 at Harbour Early Learning Vaucluse We are excited to reveal to our local community that our brand new purpose-built Early Learning Centre is scheduled to open in January 2024. We are conveniently located beside Vaucluse Public School on Village High Road.  We are now accepting pre-enrolments for children from birth to 5 years. At Harbour EL, we will celebrate diversity and ensure that every child participates meaningfully toward positive outcomes. We believe that every child has the right to a high-quality education and access to knowledge, family, and community, and…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Chloe Noble

Hi, I’m Chloe, a mother to two and recently certified Hypnobirthing Australia practitioner. In my former life, I worked as a TV producer making ads for TV but since having kids I’ve become a full-time mum and have found a deep passion in the birth space and in particular childbirth education. I have a deep trust in women’s ability to birth and believe that it is instinctive and doesn’t need to be taught, however, I believe that education is empowering and a positive birth experience can set women up for a positive and enriching postpartum period. I’m excited to be…

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Events

Explore the magical world of books

Join some of your favourite authors and illustrators for an afternoon of creative writing, illustration workshops and art and craft activities. Free event for preschoolers, primary school children and their families. Click on the link below to register for the event:www.eventbite.com.au You can also scan the QR code in the festival banner above. Authors and Illustrators that are participating: Libby Hathorn, Alison Evernton, Nathan Luff, Alexa Moses, Amanda Lieber, Lauren Briggs, Victoria Mackinlay, Nisaluk Chantanakom, Tami Sussman, Samera Kamaleddine, Yves Stening, Apsara Baldavino and Monica Lizama We are also running a writing and drawing competition. Win some amazing prizes! How to…

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Inspiration

Decathlon launches its globally successful ‘Second Life’ initiative in Australia

Enables customers to purchase certified refurbished items at a discount of up to 50 percent Supports the recycling of Decathlon sporting equipment with environmental initiatives Provides customers with the ability to sell items no longer needed and have them prepared for a new life of use and adventure International sporting goods designer and retailer, Decathlon, is continuing to revolutionise the retail sector with innovative and customer focused initiatives designed to increase affordable participation in sporting activities across Australia.   Decathlon’s latest announcement involves the launch of its highly successful global concept Second Life, which provides a system for the recycling…

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Events, Free, Garden

Bronte House Open Day

Visit the beautiful gardens at the Bronte House Garden Open Day! Waverley Council and the Bronte House residents welcome you to have a look around the beautiful gardens of this historic house. No booking required. Walk-ins only. For more information, please call Council’s Outdoor and Flagship Events team on 9083 8416. Bronte House Bronte House’s story begins in 1836 when William Mortimer Lewis, Colonial Architect, bought 42 acres of land at ‘Nelson Bay’ (the name given to the bay at Bronte Beach). He began building a house but when an economic depression hit in 1843, was forced to sell the…

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Inspiration, What to do

Guided Bird Walk – Bronte

To celebrate National Bird Week this Guided Bird Walk is FREE.  Join a small group on a 90 minute guided walk in Bronte to enjoy a morning of bird watching. Please stay afterwards, if you can, to enjoy a coffee together at one of the local cafés! Guided Bird Walk includes: Guidance on how to identify local bird species by sight and sound Practice spotting birds and using binoculars Binoculars will be provided for the walk You will get a local bird list to take home All experience levels welcome! Places are limited so booking is essential. WHAT TO BRING Water bottle…

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