Eastern Suburbs Mums

Martin Place Christmas tree and fairy lights

30/11/2022

The largest Christmas tree in NSW will delight audiences from Saturday 26 November to Saturday 1 January. The tallest Christmas tree in NSW is decorated with more than 110,000 LED lights, a 3.4-metre colour-changing star and 330 specially created glossy baubles. The tree’s 800 branches are dressed with 15,000 flowers representing 9 different kinds of Australian flowers: banksia, waratah, bottlebrush, wattle, eucalyptus gum flower, kangaroo paw, flannel flower, pink wax flower and white wax flower. 4,104 warm white icicle fairy lights will span across Martin Place, see the 6 strings of lights, each hosting a large star. Enjoy a kaleidoscope…

by jay

Events, School holidays, What to do

Sydney Children’s Christmas Concert

29/11/2022

It’s time to dust off your reindeer ears, put on your party shoes and kick off Christmas at our annual free, family-friendly Christmas concert. Join Jayden Rodrigues, Benny Time, Australian Girls Choir, The Beanies and Justine Clarke to sing and dance in the spirit of Sydney Christmas. Santa will also make a special guest appearance. There’ll be craft activities, table tennis and giant Jenga and other games for the kids (and kids at heart). Gather the family for a photo with Santa for a $5 donation to our charity partner, The Kids’ Cancer Project. We’ll email you the image to…

by jay

Kids, School holidays, What to do

The importance for children to have basic First Aid knowledge.

29/11/2022

New Study Shows 81% of Aussie Parents Think 3 Year Olds Should Be Able to Dial 000 to Ask for Help New research released today from Elastoplast has highlighted the importance to parents for their children to have basic First Aid knowledge. As we come into summer, we know children can be more active around the pool, park and beach, meaning accidents are more prevalent. Parents understand the importance of being able to act swiftly and calmly in First Aid situations, with 98% of Aussie parents agreeing that being involved in a previous accident had highlighted the need for basic…

by jay

Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Monique Savill

28/11/2022

I am a mother to a very sweet and loving daughter who will be 3 in January, and am a wife to a very loving husband, it will be our 5th wedding anniversary this November. I have been a Registered Nurse for the last 10 years spending all of that time working in the emergency department. A life time ago before I became a nurse I was a beauty therapist who dreamt of one day becoming a cosmetic nurse. I’m lucky enough to say that 10 years later, a lot of hard work and some tears that dream is a…

by jay

Inspiration, School holidays, What to do

HOUSE DOWN UNDER IS EXTENDING THEIR STAY AT THE ENTERTAINMENT QUARTER

23/11/2022

House Down Under is Australia’s first ever inverted house photo experience. House Down Under will remain at The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park until January 2023 due to popular demand. Capturing the most surreal photos, unique poses from an inverted perspective. Perfect for school holiday fun and they accept Parent NSW Vouchers. Turn your world upside–down at Australia’s first ever inverted house photo experience. Located in The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park and now extending their stay until January 2023 after popular demand before moving on to an all-new location, soon to be announced. House Down Under is incredibly fun for everyone and…

by jay

Food, Parks & Playgrounds

The best BBQ spots in Randwick City

23/11/2022

On a beautiful sunny day, is there anything better than getting together with friends and family for a good old-fashioned barbecue? There are 26 public barbecue units in Randwick City provide by the Randwick city Council, all are free to use, and all are timed to operate from 8am to 8pm every day of the year, with a daily cleaning schedule. Follow these handy tips to make sure you get the best out of your barbecuing experience this summer! Share the space Randwick City barbecues cannot be booked and operate on a ‘first come first served’ basis, so it’s important…

by jay

Inspiration

What is the most family friendly city in Australia?

23/11/2022

If you’re about to start a family or already have one and are looking to relocate, the very top of your priority list will be to find the perfect place to live, giving your children the best environment to grow and thrive. You want plenty of outside space, greenery, large parks and beautiful views. You also need a location that will allow you to provide for the family and find work without having to drive for miles every day. Australia has so many incredible cities to offer, from the stunning beaches of the Gold Coast to the outback. There’s a…

by jay

Health & Wellbeing, Inspiration

A VET’S GUIDE TO KEEPING YOUR PET SAFE THIS CHRISTMAS

21/11/2022

It’s no secret that we love to include our pets in the festivities over the Christmas holidays. In fact, 57 per cent of all pet parents admit they include their fur babies in Christmas photos, according to PETstock’s Pet Parent Survey 2022 . While the holidays are fun for humans, they can present a lot of dangers to our furry family members, especially if you’re decorating the home and hosting parties. With Christmas around the corner, PETstock Vet Dr Kathy Macmillan has compiled her top tips for keeping pets happy and safe. CHRISTMAS TREE Supervision – Make sure curious pets…

by jay

Food, Inspiration, Parenting

Metro60 delivers groceries & more time for you

20/11/2022

Time. We all want more of it. Especially more time to do the things we love with our family. Metro60 is helping parents win some time back. It’s the fastest way to get the best of Woolworths delivered in under 60 minutes. Download the Metro60 app and skip a grocery run. Shop a range of over 4,000 products with family-friendly faves and lunchbox fillers. Enter code EASTERNSUBURBSMUMS15 at checkout to get $15 off your first order. Plus your first 3 orders come with free delivery. We know that missions to the grocery store tend to become a little more complicated with our…

by jay

Inspiration, School holidays

City of Sydney set for a cracker Christmas

19/11/2022

From concerts, trees and choirs to markets, decorations and Santa, we’ve got Christmas all wrapped up.For the last 2 years, the City of Sydney scaled back festivities because of the pandemic – but this year we’re bringing Christmas back with a bang.Kicking off celebrations will be our new-look Christmas in the City event. Over Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 November, the heart of Sydney will be transformed into a festive wonderland with Martin Place hosting new Christmas markets, roving performers and choirs. zoom_in Choirs will mark the Christmas season The focus of Saturday’s festivities will be the Martin Place…

by jay

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Calling All Tiny Trainspotters: Thomas Is Coming to the NSW Rail Museum

Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth

Monday's Local Mum, Kerry McCarthy

Best Kids Bike Parks in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs (Plus Alexandria, Mascot, Surry Hills & CBD)

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Martin Place Christmas tree and fairy lights

Sydney Children’s Christmas Concert

The importance for children to have basic First Aid knowledge.

Monday’s Local Mum, Monique Savill

HOUSE DOWN UNDER IS EXTENDING THEIR STAY AT THE ENTERTAINMENT QUARTER

The best BBQ spots in Randwick City

What is the most family friendly city in Australia?

A VET’S GUIDE TO KEEPING YOUR PET SAFE THIS CHRISTMAS

Metro60 delivers groceries & more time for you

City of Sydney set for a cracker Christmas

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