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, What to do

Community planting for National Tree Day

Get hands-on planting native grasses, groundcovers and flowering herbs in Surry Hills. Come along and help enhance the meadow habitat being established along Cleveland Street. We’ll set out 5000 plants including kangaroo grass, barbwire grass and native flowering violets. This will support the local biodiversity including small birds, insect pollinators, lizards and frogs. Prince Alfred Park was originally a grassy Eucalypt woodland, which was developed as government pasture in the 1900s for livestock grazing. A native meadow was started in the area in 2011 as part of the park upgrade. Our community planting will start at 10am and finish once everything…

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Business & Career

Even Superheroes have a day job!

The Superheroes Group is the leading children’s entertainment provider in Sydney, having performed at more than 28,000 events since 2002. On any given weekend we run between 30-60 events all around Sydney. Currently we are seeking an Office Superhero to help us coordinate our events and run the administration side. Permanent, Part time role (flexible working hours, would suit someone looking for school hours) Work-from-home in Sydney Efficiently run the back-of-house functions of an event management company The role would suit either (let’s chat!): 1 person looking for 25-30 hours per week OR 2 people to job share the role,…

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Inspiration

7 Sustainable Kitchen Renovation Ideas

The kitchen is one of the most visited spaces of the traditional household. Whether you’re cooking, washing the dishes, or grabbing a quick snack, the kitchen is the room where all these activities take place. With how frequently one may find themselves in the kitchen, it doesn’t hurt to make it a point of attraction in your home. While the decor elements are ultimately a personal choice, choosing sustainable materials is something every designer and homeowner should strive to do. And with the vast array of sustainable kitchen renovation ideas, you can find online and in magazines, incorporating sustainability into…

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Events, School holidays

Winter Book Fair, Woollahra Library

The Book Fair is a fantastic opportunity to buy an eclectic range of books from our impressive collection. From back issues of The New Yorker and Vogue to beautiful art folios, bestselling fiction, travel, cookbooks, children’s picture books and more, there is always something for everyone. Come and visit our Winter Book Fair. Browse a great variety of ex-Library fiction, non-fiction and magazines for adults and children. When: Sunday 2 July 2023, 10:00am-4:00pm Where: Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay

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Events, School holidays

Tinseltown (Christmas In July)

Tinseltown is coming, just in time for Winter! The all-encompassing Christmas-themed pop-up will be fulfilling all your festive wishes. The event is overflowing with holly jolly Christmas spirit! Tinseltown is all about celebrating Christmas so you can expect elves, presents, tinsel, festive tunes, and lots of winter warmer drinks, including a fabulous Christmas cocktail menu! The halls are more than fully decked with baubles, bows, hanging trees, wreaths, and just about every festive goodie ever! You’ll be left unable to shake the spirit and joy of our favourite season. Tickets include entry to the themed bar and a bespoke cocktail on…

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For Mums, Inspiration, Kids

Decathlon introduces 7 Year Warranty and slashes snow gear by 50 percent

In a move that has taken the retail world by surprise, international sporting goods designer and retailer, Decathlon has introduced an impressive 7 Year Warranty on its range of snow gear.  The warranty applies to all Decathlon branded products storewide including equipment, clothing and accessories. The 7 Year Warranty demonstrates Decathlon’s commitment to the quality and endurance of its products and provides customers with confidence knowing that when they shop with Decathlon for Decathlon branded snow gear they can return the products should they encounter any issues with the product. “The timing of the launch of our 7 Year Warranty…

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Inspiration

Marilyn: The Woman Behind the Icon

Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe this winter at the exclusive exposition held at Sydney Town Hall. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to discover rare and captivating finds that have never been seen before in Australia, providing a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the woman behind the iconic persona. Since her Hollywood breakthrough in the 1950s, Marilyn Monroe has been an enduring pop culture icon, known for her distinct, feminine charisma and self-created look and style that became a synonym for timeless beauty. However, Monroe was more than just a singer and style icon – she was…

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Business & Career

The Power of the Mumpreneur: Tips for Starting Your Business

Contrary to what people may believe, being a mum and juggling a business do mix well. One advantage mumpreneurs have over other entrepreneurs is their abundant capacity to show love and affection for their business. They know how to give their all to the things they care about whether it be their child or their budding business. They’re also excellent multitaskers—a skill that every entrepreneur needs to have to succeed in this cutthroat business world. With these traits, it should be no surprise that mums make up a big fraction of the economy’s driving force. In fact, in the US alone,…

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Business & Career, Inspiration

Renters’ Q&A

Have you got questions about your rights? Join Waverley Council Mayor Paula Masselos and Martin Barker, Coordinator of the Eastern Area Tenants Service for Q&A on tenants’ rights. In the session, Martin will provide an overview of tenants’ rights, common challenges tenants face, what to do, and where to go for help. This is an online seminar and requires registration: www.waverley.nsw.gov.au Date: 28th Jun 2023 – 28th Jun 202 Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm Location: Online

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Events, School holidays, What to do

BONDI FESTIVAL ICE RINK

Nothing says winter in Sydney like taking the family for a skate on the world-famous Bondi Festival Ice Rink. We have ice skates of all sizes and push-along penguins for the little ones, so shimmy into some skates and glide across the ice (or shuffle if you’re a first-timer) – all whilst enjoying the best view in town. The Bondi Festival Ice Rink is open to everyone, every day of the Festival. TIMES: 10am – 9pm daily (last session 8pm) PRICES: Ages 15+ $27 Ages 5 – 14  $20 Ages 4 & under $15 Family Ticket (2 adults 2 kids…

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