Eastern Suburbs Mums

Best Christmas Lights in the Eastern Suburbs

19/12/2021

The dedication of some local eastern suburbs residents this Christmas is just wonderful and and gold stars (literally) to them for taking the time and effort to bring life their homes share the joy that is Christmas! The kids will love it and so will you when you see their faces literally light up with the magic creations so many have done. Here is our 2021 Local Eastern Suburbs guide to the best Christmas lights in Sydney’s East BONDI Avoca and Waratah Ave offer a spectacle, it’s one of Sydney’s most popular streets for Christmas Lights BOTANY/PAGEWOOD Page Street between…

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Inspiration

4 tips to create a stress-free wardrobe that works for your lifestyle

17/12/2021

As a busy mum, you’ve already got plenty on your to-do list and enough to think about, without the added stress of what to wear each day. While you want your wardrobe to be practical and stress-free, you also want it to be fun and stylish. With the warmer (or in some places incredibly hot) weather approaching, now’s the chance to update your summer clothes.From starting with the basics to organisation, here are four tips for creating a stress-free wardrobe that works for you and your busy lifestyle Start with the basics Every wardrobe should have some staples. These items…

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For Mums

British brand Van Peterson Designs lands in Sydney!

16/12/2021

Eastern Suburbs mum Shelly Vernon worked at Van Peterson’s boutique shop in Walton Street over twenty years ago where she fell in love with their jewellery. Years later she has partnered with Eric Van Peterson to bring his stunning collection to Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific and Asia. The Van Peterson’s Story begins in London in the late 1970s with a small stall in Camden Lock Market which then moved to a boutique premises on Walton Street in Chelsea. Taking inspiration from extensive travels around the world, and interest in gemstones and symbolism, Van Peterson’s jewellery designs strike a…

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Kids, Parks & Playgrounds

Musicians popping up at playgrounds this week

14/12/2021

This weekend Friday 17th December till Sunday 20th December, you’ll have the chance to see live music from 9:30am until 9pm at night across Randwick City, from La Perouse to Coogee. Heading to a playground with the kids? Head to La Perouse and there will be music from 9:30am – 12:30pm. Or try the new playground at Kokoda Park Kensington, where there will be music playing from 10am – 1pm. Want to grab a coffee? The town centre at Little Bay will have music from 10am – 1pm, while Randwick town centre on Belmore Road will have music from 10:30am…

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Inspiration, What to do

Ultimate Family weekend getaway “The Beach House at Newport”

13/12/2021

Only 60 minutes from the eastern suburbs, The Beach House Newport offers a great family weekend away. Whether your thinking of an unforgettable group getaway, yoga retreat, or family reunion; The Beach House was designed with group activity in mind. If you feel like you’d rather have some alone time, sneak away to read in the garden, grab a coffee at a nearby café or walk along beach only 250m away. Thoughtfully designed for the entire group, the owner has used the layout to create spaces for group get togethers with 11 individual beds. The decor is modern, completely clutter-free,…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Tara Page

13/12/2021

Today we are chatting with local mum Tara Page from Maroubra. Where and how long have you lived in Sydney’s east? I have lived in Sydney’s east approx. 28 years Three words that describe what it’s like to live in the eastern suburbs? Busy, fun, accessible How many children? Two (6 and 5) Favourite Park: Heffron Park. Great kids bike track Favourite Beach: Yarra Bay Favourite kid friendly cafe: Crayz Espresso Matraville. Favourite Coffee Spot: Calypso Café & Juice Bar Matraville – Jenny makes the best coffee Favourite date night place: I don’t really have one. But possibly Barmilano Maroubra….

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Inspiration

Tis the season to celebrate with Christmas gifts they’ll love to build and rebuild again and again!

13/12/2021

The LEGO® Certified Store at Westfield Bondi Junction houses a huge range of LEGO® sets to match every interest. With sets such as the LEGO® Harry Potter™ Hogwarts™ Icons – Collectors Edition set, the LEGO® Ideas Home Alone set, and the LEGO® Creator Expert Titanic set, to name a few, absolutely everyone can find something they love at LEGO® Certified Stores! Excitingly – the LEGO® Certified Store at Westfield Bondi Junction is offering all Eastern Suburbs Mums followers the chance to receive a free gift with purchase *while stocks last! To claim your free LEGO® gift, all you have to do is spend over…

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Health & Wellbeing

6 of the best local stair runs (or walks)

11/12/2021

With Summer around the corner, there a lots good reasons to get out there and work up a sweat outdoors. The local area offers lots of heart-pumping outdoor workouts to try and gorgeous walks to shake off the lockdown blues. But if you’re looking to mix up your exercise routine, step up and check out the best stair runs (or walks) in your neighbourhood. Sydney boasts an eclectic variety of historical steps designed to let people reach ridgelines without going the long way round. Residents still use these conveniently-placed staircases as shortcuts or as a way to clock up the…

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Business & Career, Inspiration

Women’s Art Prize

09/12/2021

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. The United Nations theme for International Women’s Day 2022 is: ‘Break the Bias’. Each year, Randwick City Council hosts an art exhibition in honour of International Women’s Day. The competition is open to female artists who live, work or study in Randwick City. This competition encourages women to showcase their creative talents, recognising the important contribution women make to families, workplaces and communities. Council’s International Women’s Day Art Prize provides a unique platform for local women to celebrate their creative…

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Events, Inspiration, What to do

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

08/12/2021

There’s never been a better time to celebrate New Year’s Eve as a family in Sydney post-lockdown, with COVID crowd restrictions meaning Aussies won’t be jostling for prime harbourfront positio With as many as 45,000 people attending events in the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney pre-COVID, this year’s crowd figures are capped at 28,000 across all seven events. Coupled with international visitors no longer making up the bulk of the crowds, families will get the harbour to themselves to watch the 9pm and midnight fireworks spectaculars. After a stressful period of lockdowns and home schooling, families will be able to enjoy…

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Festival of the Winds Returns to Bondi Beach This September

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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Best Christmas Lights in the Eastern Suburbs

4 tips to create a stress-free wardrobe that works for your lifestyle

British brand Van Peterson Designs lands in Sydney!

Musicians popping up at playgrounds this week

Ultimate Family weekend getaway “The Beach House at Newport”

Monday’s Local Mum, Tara Page

Tis the season to celebrate with Christmas gifts they’ll love to build and rebuild again and again!

6 of the best local stair runs (or walks)

Women’s Art Prize

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

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