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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

Waverley Anzac Day 2023 Dawn Services.

Waverley Council and the Bondi Junction/Waverley RSL Sub-Branch invite you to Waverley Park Cenotaph on Tuesday 25 April for our community Anzac Day service. Please join us at 7.45am as we gather to mark the anniversary of the Gallipoli landing on 25 April 1915 and to honour the service and sacrifice of our veterans. Anzac Day is a time to pay our respects to the servicemen and women who have helped defend our freedoms so that we can live in a free and democratic society.We also acknowledge the Frontier wars and the loss by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples…

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Inspiration

Join the Compost Revolution

Did you know as an Eastern Suburbs resident you can received subsidised worm farming and composting equipment delivered straight to your door? The Compost Revolution was founded by Randwick, Woollahra and Waverley Councils in 2010 with the intention to minimise the amount and impact of waste being sent to landfill. Over 10 years on, the program has seen great success with a large uptake amongst locals. Since its inception, several developments have occurred, including recently with the addition of a number of new products now available. These new products include an enclosed worm farming system known as ‘The Cube’ which…

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Inspiration, Kids

Homework Help: How Parents Can Support Their Child’s Academic Success

Parenting is one of the most challenging yet rewarding tasks you can do. Sure, there are tantrums and tears in the early years, but the cuteness factor makes up for it. As they age, you see them develop into unique people with their ideas, values, beliefs and preferences. It’s a magical experience that is not matched by anything else in the world.  And as your kid enters high school, the academic demands increase. Depending on their school, they could have several hours of homework weekly. And what if you want to help them with their homework but are unsure of…

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Inspiration, Kids, Playgroups

5 reasons why you should book Rose Bay Cottage for your next kids’ birthday party

Take the hassle and expense out of your next kids’ birthday party by hiring one of the Woollahra council  community venues. Rose Bay Cottage, located on the corner of Woollahra Golf Club on O’Sullivan Road, is a perfect choice for kids’ birthday parties and other family celebrations. Here are some reasons why. Safe outdoor and indoor play areasIf your party guests consist of little runners and climbers, you can breathe easy at Rose Bay Cottage. There’s a fully fenced outdoor play area with fun equipment and toys, a soft-fall surface to protect against knocks and bruises and a shade sail.There’s…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Widening Little Bay beach stairs

Weekday access to Little Bay Beach will be restricted from early May 2023 for up to three months as work commences to widen the timber staircase used to access the beach. Currently, Little Bay Beach can only be formally accessed via a single set of steep, narrow timber stairs. The narrow stairs make access difficult, particularly in summer when thousands of beach goers visit the beach daily carrying beach gear, eskies, fishing rods and scuba gear. Contractors working for Council will widen the timber staircase with new Blackbutt timber treads and use existing footings to create a wider staircase, making…

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Events, Health & Wellbeing, Inspiration

RUN SWIM COOGEE AQUATHLON

RunSwim Coogee Aquathlon is a brand new event hosted by Coogee Surf Life Saving Club together with our partners Randwick City Council and major sponsors.  Those who entered our inaugural RunSwim Coogee event in May 2022 just loved the concept, the route and the overall experience.  Join us for our next event in May 2023! Take the challenge at this epic coastal event. RunSwim Coogee Aquathlon is an important community, fundraising and charity-based event and with limited registrations, is expected to sell out fast. All proceeds from the event go towards maintaining vital lifesaving equipment and services on the beach to…

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Inspiration, School holidays

Courtyard Music Sessions – Saturdays in April

Boost your mood with our autumn pop-up music sessions. Bring a coffee or leisurely stroll through the Pavilion courtyard to soak in the good vibes on Saturdays in April. We will be presenting an eclectic mix of acoustic pop-up performances from gypsy jazz to classical and contemporary music to warm up your Autumn afternoons. PROGRAM Saturday 22 April – Tritona Formed by three musicians with a passion for chamber music, Tritona presents an engaging repertoire of classical and upbeat pop tunes arranged for flute, guitar and cello. Featuring Viet-Anh Nguyen on guitar, Karin Kapsi on cello, and Anezka O’Leary Bescec…

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Inspiration, School holidays, What to do

Enjoy a fun-filled guided tour at Cockatoo Island

Looking for a fun weekend outing the whole family can enjoy? Escape to the heart of Sydney Harbour for an adventure-filled tour at Cockatoo Island / Wareamah Each guided tour is an opportunity to travel back in time with your kids and explore the island’s storied past, including its convict and dockyard eras! Plus: As you discover historic landmarks, a knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories and answer your history questions.  There are four all-ages tours to choose from (details below), including a night tour and a day tour suitable for visitors with low mobility. Kids (12 and under) and…

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Events, What to do

Surry Hills Play Day

Join the local community whether you’re a local resident or just visiting the area, come and experience the magic of play in Surry Hills, for an exciting and fun-charged Play Day—the grand finale of our month long celebration of play in Surry Hills on Sunday 30 April 2023 For one day only, we will be taking over Shannon Reserve with hands-on activities, local business collaborations, live entertainment, kids workshops, market stalls, food and much more!! Kids can join cardboard heroes Box Wars to build their own village where they set the rules, while adults can chillax on a bean bag…

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Reusable Cloth Nappies: A Practical Guide
Babies, For Mums

Reusable Cloth Nappies: A Practical Guide for Eastern Suburbs Parents

Reusable cloth nappies have changed a lot over the years. Forget complicated folding, pins and bulky covers — today’s reusable nappies come in modern designs that can make them a practical alternative to disposables for many families. Whether you’re expecting a baby, already deep into the nappy years or simply looking for ways to reduce the amount of household waste your family produces, reusable nappies are worth considering. And you don’t necessarily have to make an all-or-nothing switch. Why Consider Reusable Cloth Nappies? Babies go through a lot of nappies. Choosing reusable nappies for some or all of those changes…

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