11 Beautiful Picnic Spots in Sydney's East and City to Enjoy This Spring and Summer

Spring has arrived, summer is just around the corner, and there’s no better time to pack a picnic basket,...

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...
Parks and Beaches
11 Beautiful Picnic Spots in Sydney's East and City to Enjoy This Spring and Summer
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

Fleur Du Luxe

Beautiful flowers that last over a year. “Originally a lawyer, Bakulia was busy climbing the corporate ladder, working in-house in a private investment fund when she realised that her entrepreneurial and creative sides needed an outlet. Her desire to own her own business as well as her obsession with fresh flowers resulted in what seemed like an endless search for the perfect blooms that can last through Australian heat. “There really is no wrong occasion to give someone flowers,” she says. “Flowers create an amazing atmosphere and inspire positive emotions that we should treat each other with more often.” Taking…

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It’s time to party as The Spot Festival returns to Randwick!

After a two-year, pandemic-induced hiatus, Randwick’s favourite street party, The Spot Festival, finally returns to add colour and festivity to The Spot, Randwick, on Sunday 13 March 2022, from 1pm to 8pm. Food and market stalls, music, entertainment and activities for the whole family will take over the corner of Perouse Road and St Pauls Street, Randwick as we wave goodbye to summer and say hello to the return of large-scale community events. “This is a great opportunity for people to come out and support their local stores, cafes, artisans and performers,” said Randwick Mayor Dylan Parker. “The Spot Festival…

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Kids

Girls only AFL Free Come & Try

Free AFL session for GIRLS ONLY aged 5-12-years-old. EVERY GIRL WHO REGISTERS GETS A FREE FOOTY Robertson Road Fields, Moore Park 5:30pm Thursday 17 March Watch the video to see why AFL is so great for girls. Registration link Click here to register  

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Inspiration

How you can help flood-affected communities

We’ve all been saddened to see how recent weather events have devastated communities across NSW and QLD. If you want to provide support, we suggest you donate through GIVIT. website www.givit.org.au GIVIT is working with the NSW and Queensland governments. Together they are managing donations of items, services and funds, and working with charities to assess and advise what critical and immediate support is needed. Australians are incredibly generous, but we know from past disasters that unrequested and uncoordinated donations hinder recovery efforts. It’s important to not overwhelm charities on the ground. The GIVIT website captures all donations online. It matches…

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Kids, Parenting

Nurture the Inner Musician at St Mary’s Cathedral College Junior School

Start your son’s musical journey today! Enrolments for Years 3-6 are now open at Sydney’s St Mary’s Cathedral Junior School, with the opportunity to be part of our internationally-acclaimed choir. St Mary’s Junior school is a unique part of the prestigious St Mary’s Cathedral College, where expert teachers cater to musically-gifted students and choristers. It’s Sydney’s only Catholic music specialist primary school, where a love and passion for music can grow into excellence. Full academic scholarships are available for students who are successful applicants into St Mary’s Cathedral Choir, Australia’s oldest music choir. Choristers receive private vocal coaching and supported…

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For Mums

Women at the ‘art’ of the matter this International Women’s Day

Randwick Council will celebrate International Women’s Day with several events, including an exhibition, a film screening and talk for Randwick staff, which all celebrate the art and voices of women. “This year’s International Women’s Day theme – Break the Bias – is a great reminder that we need to remove the seen and unseen barriers for women and work towards creating equity in our community and in our workplaces,” said Randwick Deputy Mayor Kym Chapple. “It asks us all to recognise that unconscious biases do exist and to question assumptions so that we don’t maintain the status quo. It’s a…

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Health & Wellbeing, Kids, Parks & Playgrounds

Go4Fun, Term 1 Kensington Program

What does Go4Fun involve Free fun and fitness for children above a healthy weight Designed for NSW children aged between 7 and 13 years who are above a healthy weight, Go4Fun is a fun way to learn more about healthier living. The program focuses on making lifestyle changes as a family, encourages healthy eating habits and fitness and improves self-esteem in kids. Best of all, it’s completely free. Just two hours a week, during school terms Go4Fun takes place during school terms, usually after school. It’s run by qualified health professionals, including dietitians and exercise physiologists. Sessions run once a…

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Inspiration, Kids

Toys 4 All

Toys4All is Sydney’s BIGGEST Independently Run Toy Store. We are locally owned and run by people who grew up in Sydney’s East. Located conveniently close to the Eastern Suburbs, we have free all-day parking without the hassle and fuss of visiting a busy shopping centre. We have over 7000 unique toys in store for all ages of kids, bubs, plus goodies for mum and dad too! We pride ourselves on our service and shop presentation. We happily price match ANY other retailer and can special order in items if need be. Our owner Nick, started in the toy industry over…

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Events

The Spot Festival

The Spot Festival has grown to become a favourite in the Eastern Suburbs event circuit, and is Randwick’s biggest free outdoor festival held in March each year. The Spot Festival is held at the corner of St Pauls Street and Perouse Road, Randwick. Enjoy the end of summer at The Spot Festival – a splendid multicultural celebration of culture, food and live music. There are plenty of free kids activities and cultural performances. The Spot Festival will be back on Sunday 13 March 2022 from 1pm until 8pm!

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