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...

Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth

Looking for a fun keepsake from your next visit to Bondi Beach? A charming new photobooth has arrived on...
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
bondi beach, Fun, Local
Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth
 

Maroubra Beach Markets

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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

 
Local, Travel

How Same Day Interstate Delivery Keeps Businesses Moving

Australian business runs across great distances, with customers and suppliers spread between the major cities and the regions beyond them. In a market this large, the speed at which goods travel between states can shape how well a company serves its customers. Same day delivery across state lines has become a genuine advantage, letting businesses keep their promises still when the recipient sits a thousand kilometres away. The idea is simple and powerful. A document, a part or a product collected in one capital can reach another the very same day, arriving while it is still useful and relevant. For…

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Environment, Free

Whale Watching with the Kids: The Best Places to Spot Whales in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs

Look Out to Sea – Whale Watching Season Has Begun! Any fine day in late June or early July, or again between October and November, families enjoying Sydney’s spectacular coastal walks can often be seen pointing excitedly out to sea. Someone has spotted a tell-tale spout of water shooting into the air, or perhaps even witnessed a whale breaching dramatically above the waves. These are the months when thousands of whales migrate along Australia’s east coast. Mainly humpback whales, but also southern right whales and the occasional minke whale, leave the icy waters of Antarctica and travel north to the…

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Recreation

How Route Optimization Can Save Time on Daily Travel

Time spent moving between places fills a large share of the average week.  Between the morning commute and the after-work loop of errands, many Australians spend close to an hour each day simply getting from one location to the next. When those minutes are planned with a little care, they turn into time you can hand back to yourself and the people around you. Route optimisation is the practice of working out the most efficient order and path for a group of stops before you set off. Instead of tackling errands in the order they happen to come to mind,…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Kerry McCarthy

Local mum of 2 Kerry McCarthy has been happily calling the Eastern Suburbs home for more than 20 years since relocating from the UK in 2005. As founder and senior counsellor at Working Well Counselling, Kerry specialises in supporting female clients navigate tricky life transitions such as fertility, parenting, relationships and health challenges. Having lived in Coogee, Randwick and Maroubra, Kerry has made the Eastern Suburbs her home and the ideal place to raise her two young children. Passionate about the outdoors, Kerry spends her family time walking, hiking, playing pickleball or tennis or simply beach gazing as she and…

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Babies, Child Care

Designing Spaces For Growth: How To Turn A Nursery Into A Kids’ Bedroom

Think your baby’s outgrowing their nursery? If they’re attempting to climb over the crib rails, physically outgrowing the length of their crib mattress, or showing signs of potty training readiness, perhaps it’s time to turn their space into a proper child’s bedroom. Most toddlers between the ages of 2.5 and 3.5 are ready to transition to a kids’ bedroom, and some of them will actively ask for one as they feel that they’re ready for this major milestone. Some parents have a difficult time planning a room makeover as they’re overwhelmed with things like choosing the right paint colours, furniture,…

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Recreation

Need to Rent a Car in Mandurah? Here’s What Most People Forget

Renting a car can seem simple. You choose a vehicle, pick a date, pay the booking fee and collect the keys. But when you actually need to rent a car Mandurah locals or visitors often forget a few practical details that can affect the cost, convenience and overall experience. Whether you need a car while yours is being repaired, you are visiting the Peel region, you have family arriving, or you need a temporary vehicle for work, it pays to plan ahead. The right hire car should suit your travel plans, your passengers, your budget and the kind of driving…

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Art, Events, Free

A Free Underground Art Park for Families

If you’re looking for a free family outing that combines adventure, creativity and play, the Art Gallery of NSW has just unveiled one of Sydney’s most unique experiences. Mike Hewson: The Key’s Under the Mat transforms the Art Gallery’s remarkable underground exhibition space, the Nelson Packer Tank, into an interactive art park where visitors are encouraged to explore, climb, create, relax and connect. Created by internationally acclaimed artist Mike Hewson, the installation blurs the boundaries between artwork, playground and community gathering space. It’s an experience unlike anything else currently on offer in Sydney and one that families will be talking…

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Events, Travel

The Black Tie and Gumboot Truffle Hunt and Dinner with Celebrity Chef Mitch Orr

Sydney Celebrity Chef Mitch Orr Heads to Orange for an Unforgettable Truffle Feast If you’ve ever wanted to experience a menu by one of Sydney’s most celebrated chefs in one of NSW’s most picturesque wine regions, this might be your perfect winter weekend away. Acclaimed chef Mitch Orr will headline this year’s Black Tie and Gumboot Truffle Hunt and Dinner at Borrodell Estate in Orange on Saturday 11 July, bringing his signature produce-driven cooking style to one of Australia’s longest-running truffle events. Known for his work at ACME, Kiln at Ace Hotel Sydney and most recently as Culinary Director of…

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Homes and Living

5 Health Hazards That Hide in Plain Sight at Home

When thinking about health hazards at home, you might imagine exposed power points, sharp kitchen knives or a staircase without a safety gate. However, many of the risks that affect your family’s health and well-being are sometimes much less noticeable. They’re tucked into corners, hidden behind furniture or used so often that you barely think about them. Fortunately, many of these hazards are easy to address once you know what to look for.   Here are some of the most common health risks hiding in plain sight around your home, and what you can do about them. 1. Indoor Air…

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Home Maintenance, Homes and Living, Inspiration

A Family Guide to Home Demolition and Rebuild

For a growing family, there comes a point when the old house simply does not fit anymore. Sometimes a renovation will do. Other times the smarter move is to start again, clearing the block and building the home you actually need. Photo by Yiquan Zhang on Unsplash Alt text: Excavator demolishing an old suburban house on a clear day That decision can feel daunting, but it does not have to be. Partnering with a specialist like House Demo Brisbane takes much of the stress out of the process for busy families. This guide walks through how home demolition works, what…

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School Holiday Cricket Clinic at Heffron Park

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