Why Is Halloween So Popular in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs?

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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

 
Events, School holidays

Family fun, Bell Shakespeare presents: Just Macbeth! (abridged)

What do you get when you combine Shakespeare, Andy Griffiths, garden gnomes, daggers, Wizz Fizz and brussels sprouts? Just Macbeth! (abridged) of course! Journey to medieval Scotland for this perfect introduction to Shakespeare for young people. Just Macbeth! (abridged) is a really silly version of Shakespeare’s great big gory tragedy starring Andy, Danny and Lisa from Andy Griffiths’ Just! series, packed into a pocket-sized play. Exploring the story of Macbeth through the eyes of Andy Griffiths’ much loved characters, this hilarious and irreverent take on Shakespeare’s classic tragedy will have the whole family in stitches.  Just Macbeth! (abridged) is aimed…

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School holidays

Camp at Cockatoo Island this New Year’s Eve

Eager to end the year on a high? Spend New Year’s Eve camping with family and friends at Cockatoo Island / Wareamah! Only a limited number of NYE camping packages are available this year, so if you’re an outdoors lover, book ASAP to guarantee your family a spot in the heart of Sydney Harbour on the biggest night of the year! To make a booking, visit: cockatooisland.gov.au/nye  Quick overview Where: Cockatoo Island / Wareamah, Sydney Harbour When:  Check-in: Saturday 30 December 2023 | Check-out: Monday 1 January 2024. Cost:  Prices range from $430 to $1,840. (View PDF for full details)…

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Events, School holidays

Meeting Mozart, at Sydney Opera House

Join the mischievous Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, his wife and muse Constanze, and a string quintet on a journey to discover some of Mozart’s best-known and beloved music—from variations on ‘Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star’ to his large-scale orchestral pieces. With a string quintet of live musicians on stage, explore the instruments, scores and themes within the music, while peeping behind the curtain at the life of the musician behind them. Meeting Mozart aims to instil a love of classical music in your little ones in an environment that is full of laughter, participation and elaborate costumes!   13 – 22 December…

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Health & Wellbeing

Nourish and restore: The top anti-ageing skincare ingredients for your 40s

How your skin ages is influenced by a number of factors, including your genetics and ethnicity as well as how much time you spend in the sun and how you look after your skin.  And, while ageing is normal and natural, it’s still important to take care of your complexion with nourishing skincare ingredients. It’s also understandable if you’d like to slow down the signs of ageing as much as possible. The good news is that this is possible with skincare.  Here are the skincare ingredients and products that can help you target ageing, nourish skin and increase brightness and…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Sydney Fringe has your School Holidays sorted!  

This school holidays, Sydney Fringe Festival is presenting a vibrant lineup of shows that are as educational as they are bonkers, across two spaces for Fringe Kids this September, at ARA Darling Quarter Theatre, in partnership with the Monkey Baa Theatre, plus, the brand new Hello Darling Tent at Darling Quarter is bringing high-energy entertainment in the daytime tailored for families and kids. We’ve got shows perfect for little and big kids alike, spanning immersive, inclusive theatre experiences, circus performances, dance, music and storytelling.  FRINGE KIDS HIGHLIGHTS    AT ARA Darling Quarter Theatre:  Wilbur the Optical Whale (29 – 30 September) will…

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Events, Kids, School holidays

Spring Holiday Fun, Moon Festival + more in Darling Harbour & Barangaroo

Darling Harbour  and Barangaroo are Sydney’s most popular destinations, known for their vibrant events and attractions. During the spring holidays, Darling Harbour often hosts various family-friendly activities and events. You can expect outdoor entertainment, food festivals, live music, and special performances. Barangaroo Reserve offers a beautiful natural setting for picnics and leisurely walks during spring. The lush greenery and stunning waterfront views make it an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the pleasant weather. Below is a list of activities to enjoy for the whole family this spring holiday Parkoursome (Sunday 1 October & Sunday 8 October) – From 9:30am…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Put a spring in your step at Taronga Zoo Sydney these school holidays

With blue skies and new arrivals, spring is officially in the air and what a time it is to explore Taronga Zoo. Discover a brand-new state-of-the-art Nocturnal habitat, meet crawling critters with a new alive show, spot the two Chimpanzee babies as they learn to play and settle under the stars with a blockbuster film at Taronga’s Harbour View Cinema. From Friday 22 September, guests can explore nguwing nura – Nocturnal Country, Taronga’s brand new nocturnal habitat home to an array of rare and night-loving wildlife including the Greater Bilby, Yellow-bellied Glider and Chuditch (Western Quoll) and more. Spanning 100…

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Events, School holidays

Free Supa Kids Activity

Join us as we explore the enchanting world of Dr. Seuss in an interactive show starring the beloved Cat In The Hat, featuring book reading and a sing and dance.* Enter the amazing tongue-tied world of Dr.Suess, with everyone’s favourite “Cat In The Hat”. This interactive, fun-filled show celebrates everything Seuss as his best friend reads through the no.1 seller – Green Eggs and Ham. Cat in the Hat will entertain the crowd with singing and dancing, and he will even check how well you are listening by asking questions to the crowd. Audience members can even learn the famous…

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Health & Wellbeing

When to start (and stop) taking prenatals

If you’re expecting, you’ve probably been told that you should be taking a prenatal vitamin. And it is true: supplementing is the easiest way to give you and your little one the nutritional boost you both need to thrive during pregnancy. But how exactly do prenatal vitamins support your pregnancy? When should you start taking them and when is it okay to stop? Read as we give you the rundown on all things prenatal vitamins. Why should you take prenatal vitamins? Mums-to-be need specific nutrients and vitamins to support their own health, as well as their baby’s health.  What’s usually…

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Babies, Inspiration

Baby Bathhouse, give your baby a session they deserve

Baby Bathhouse is a boutique day spa for babies, where your baby can enjoy a hydrotherapy session in their own mini spa bath and bond with you during the massage time. During our massage classes, you massage your baby, taught by one of our infant massage consultants. Along with increased water confidence, hydrotherapy provides many benefits for your baby, including increased flexibility and circulation, reduced anxiety and crying, improved mood and sleeping patterns. In our massage classes, you learn how to massage your baby guided by our consultants. Infant massage has many benefits, some of which are improved bonding and…

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