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From Bondi and Bronte to Randwick, Coogee and Maroubra, Halloween is becoming one of the most anticipated celebrations for...

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

 
For Mums, Inspiration

The 7 Best Places In The Eastern Suburbs To Celebrate Mother’s Day 2023

Mother’s Day is a special occasion for families to celebrate and honour the maternal figures in their lives. As such, we’ve prepared a list of our favourite places to spend time with family in the Eastern Suburbs. From beaches to parks to cafes, we have options to accommodate all mums, so you can be sure to find the perfect pick for your family. Bondi Beach Bondi Beach is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. The beach offers plenty of space to relax and enjoy the sunshine with mum, and there are also plenty of cafes and restaurants nearby….

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For Mums, Inspiration

12 Tips for Travelling to the Airport with Kids

Nothing signals the need for a holiday more than becoming parents. During those sleepless nights with a newborn or getting through endless mountains of laundry, you dream of any kind of getaway that involves a pool and a cocktail. However after booking that trip your mind wanders to the logistics – how will I actually get us out the door and onto that plane? I’ve rounded up our 12 tips for travelling to the airport with kids that Ladies Running Errands have picked up along the way whilst transporting thousands of families to and from the airport. You can find…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Mondays Local Mum, Lauren Gray

Hey there! I’m Lauren Gray, a newborn and family portrait photographer based in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. My partner, Rob Gray, who is also a photographer and I grew up in the east and can’t ever see us leaving this beautiful place. I’m also a proud mum of two young children who keep us on my toes and constantly learning. I’ve been a photographer since 2010 and have always been drawn to capturing the playfulness of children. Their candid and wild ways never cease to amaze me, as they always show up as their authentic selves. When it comes…

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Health & Wellbeing, Uncategorized

National walk to school day, Friday 19 May 2023

Primary school aged children across Australia will make those important steps towards a healthier future by participating in National Walk Safely to School Day on Friday 19 May 2023. Please save the date and get involved. This May will mark the 24th anniversary of National Walk Safely to School Day. Championed by the Pedestrian Council Australia, the initiative aims to raise awareness of the health, road safety, transport and environmental benefits that regular walking, or alternative active transport (especially to and from school) can provide for the long term well-being of our children, not just on 19 May, but every…

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Health & Wellbeing, Kids

Benefits of Jiu Jitsu Training for Kids

Jiu-Jitsu is a form of martial arts that originated in Japan and was later developed in Brazil. It is a highly effective system of self-defense that focuses on grappling techniques and submission holds to subdue opponents. Jiu-Jitsu has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason – it offers a wide range of benefits for people of all ages and abilities. If you’re looking to get in shape, learn self-defense, or just try something new, joining our SJJAZETLAND Jiu-Jitsu Academy can be an excellent decision. Here are just a few of the many benefits that you can expect…

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Events

“Harry Potter: A Yule Ball Celebration” to make its Australian debut in Sydney this winter

Step into a unique celebratory gathering that only the Wizarding World can inspire at Paddington Town Hall  ‘Have you ever dreamt of attending the Yule Ball?’ This winter, you are invited to the unique celebratory gathering, Harry Potter: A Yule Ball Celebration, coming to Australia for the first time on July 7, 2023. Following successful tours through Milan, Montreal, Houston and Mexico City, it’s now Sydney’s turn to enjoy an evening full of festivities as the interactive experience brings its magic to Paddington Town Hall.  Launched by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and Fever, the leading entertainment discovery platform,…

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Education, Parenting

What is the Australian School Curriculum? A Guide For Parents

As a parent, giving your child the best education possible is one of the most important actions you can do for their future. But something most parents don’t focus on is understanding the curriculum. The Australian curriculum consists of the framework all schools follow nationally and is governed by guidelines applicable to every student. Let’s look at what makes up the curriculum for Australian students in this post. The Australian Curriculum The Australian Curriculum outlines the core knowledge and skills students should learn in primary and secondary education. It was developed through a combination of teachers and education authorities to…

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Inspiration, Kids

Junior photographers, show us your world

We invite budding photographers aged 3 to 12 to enter the Little Sydney Lives photography competition. Fantastical, botanical, sibling-rivalrous, splashy or routine – we’re looking for stirring images that reveal what our young residents find intriguing. Celebrating the unique viewpoint of Sydney’s young people, Little Sydney Lives ends with a large-format outdoor gallery displaying the works of 20 junior photographers from Thursday 15 September to Sunday 9 October. The prizes Entries will be judged in 2 age categories – 3 to 7 years and 8 to 12 years. The grand prize winner in each category will receive a gift valued…

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Inspiration, What to do

TREAT MUM TO FREE NESPRESSO COFFEE & OPI MANICURES THIS MOTHER’S DAY

To celebrate the launch of its most colourful coffee machine yet, Nespresso is treating Mums and Mother-figures to a complimentary coffee pamper experience this Mother’s Day weekend, on 11th May 5pm-8pm, 13th May 11am-3pm and 14th May 11am-3pm.  Simply head into David Jones stores to receive a complimentary colourful OPI manicure and café-quality coffee made with the Vertuo POP, Nespresso’s most colourful and affordable Vertuo machine yet. The colourful partnership between Nespresso x OPI presents a menu of six, bright nail lacquers to choose from, each matched with one of the six new colourways of the Vertuo POP range:  Nespresso’s…

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Inspiration

Cosy up this winter with Infamous Swim’s chic new matching family sleepwear range

Get ready to rock your loungewear game with this beautiful range that has a little something for every member of the family. Guaranteed to fly off shelves this winter, the range incorporates Infamous Swim’s most iconic patterns Safari Leopard and Stone Leopard. Pamper yourself and your loved ones with the collection’s pillowy fabric so soft you feel as though you’re sleeping on a cloud. These luxuriously cosy creations are designed to make bedtime a playful, fun, and snuggly experience for the whole fam. Made from a (very forgiving!) premium spandex/polyester blend, the collection is universally flattering on every shape and…

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