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Unruly Seagulls and hot chips

January 4, 2024

Hot chips. Items of clothing. Even the kids. Nothing is too big or small for an unruly seagull. Snuff Puppets’ giant Seagulls descend in a noisy quarrelsome pack. These unruly scavengers devour everything in their path. You might lose your hat as they fight each other for the finest spoils. Based in Naarm/Melbourne, the always anarchic Snuff Puppets have built an international reputation for puppetry that breaks down all barriers between performer and audience. Seagulls is classic Snuff: out and about, in your face and in this case, likely to be rooting around in your shopping bag, flying off with your…

by jay

Events, School holidays, What to do

THE LISTIES: MAKE SOME NOISE!

December 29, 2023

For over a decade the award-winning Listies have toured the world doing shows for literally gazillions of kidults (that’s kids and their adults). Now it’s your turn. Make Some Noise is a comedy concert for humans aged 4-400. Join the maestros of mirth, Rich and Matt, as they belt out a bunch of songs with the LOLs turned up to 11. Will they be in tune? Almost. In time? Not quite. In order? Definitely. Can Rich dance? Let’s find out. It’s a party for your ears and both of them are invited. Hilarious, fabulous fun for the whole family! Where: …

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Eating Out with Kids, Food

Introducing Manga Sushi: A Fusion of Japanese Culinary and Aussie Beach Vibes

December 15, 2023

In the heart of Eastgate Bondi Junction, Coogee Beach, Bondi Beach, and Queen Street Woollahra, Manga Sushi stands as a vibrant testament to the fusion of Japanese pop art and Australian beaches. This sushi haven, with its unique manga concept, offers a delightful array of Japanese delicacies prepared with passion to tantalize your taste buds. In 2019, Manga Sushi made its debut in Sydney at Eastgate Bondi Junction, marking the inception of a culinary journey. Since then, this sushi haven has extended its reach to include vibrant locations in Coogee, Bondi Beach, and Woollahra, captivating sushi enthusiasts across Sydney’s…

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Kids, Parenting, School holidays

WAYS OOSH: Your Child’s Home Away from Home

December 8, 2023

WAYS OOSH is a leading provider of out-of-school hours care for children aged 8-12 years old. Our term time program is designed to provide a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children after school. We offer a wide range of educational and recreational activities, as well as support for working families. Why choose WAYS OOSH? There are many reasons to choose WAYS OOSH for your child’s out-of-school hours care. Here are just a few: We are committed to providing a high-quality service. Our staff are qualified and experienced, and they are passionate about providing the best possible care for your child….

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Inspiration

Free Workshops, The Joy and Mischief Project by Eav Brennan

December 2, 2023

These hands-on workshops will give participants the opportunity and skills to help build a special large community artwork as well as equipping people with know-how to darn, patch and mend any garment! Joy and Mischief is a craftivist (craft + activist) project with workshops and drop-in opportunities that aims to improve the accessibility of the environmental justice movement. It is facilitated Eav Brennan, an artist living with a disability, who creates collective, politically engaged works of upcycled textile art. Eav Brennan is an environmental scientist-turned-artist who works with collage, foraged objects and waste materials to tell stories. Her work has…

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Business & Career, Inspiration, Uncategorized

Buying in Bondi? What First Home Buyers Should Consider

November 28, 2023

Embarking on the journey to buy your first home in Bondi, one of Sydney’s most sought-after suburbs, is both exhilarating and daunting. As a seasoned real estate professional who’s guided countless first-time buyers through this process, I understand the unique blend of excitement and anxiety that comes with such a significant decision. Let us navigate the nuances of Bondi’s property market together, transforming the complexity of buying your first home into an empowering experience. Why Buy in Bondi? Bondi isn’t just a destination; it’s a lifestyle. Buying your first home here means more than just owning property; it’s about embracing…

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Events

Unruly Seagulls and hot chips

November 26, 2023

Hot chips. Items of clothing. Even the kids. Nothing is too big or small for an unruly seagull. Snuff Puppets’ giant Seagulls descend in a noisy quarrelsome pack. These unruly scavengers devour everything in their path. You might lose your hat as they fight each other for the finest spoils. Based in Naarm/Melbourne, the always anarchic Snuff Puppets have built an international reputation for puppetry that breaks down all barriers between performer and audience. Seagulls is classic Snuff: out and about, in your face and in this case, likely to be rooting around in your shopping bag, flying off with your…

by jay

Events, What to do

Carols by the Sea, Bondi

November 13, 2023

Join the Bondi community to celebrate the festive season at this year’s Carols by the Sea – a Waverley community event where everyone is welcome. Follow the joy to South Bondi Park for a sparkly evening of entertainment that includes Christmas songs with special guest Emma Pask, grooves by jazz trio Cool Yule, the angelic voices of the Australian Girls Choir and the fabulous Bondi Brass. Our young local performers kick off the night, with performances from Rosebay Secondary School Jazz Band, Bondi Public School Choir and the School of Arts Academy of Dance. Kids can get into the spirit…

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Events

WHISKAS Paints Bondi Purr-Ple For National Cat Day this Sunday!

October 24, 2023

WHISKAS cat food is painting Bondi purr-ple for national cat day (Sun 29th October), welcoming Sydney cat-lovers to experience the playful world of WHISKAS and unleash their inner purr. The activation will feature a giant purple WHISKAS box outside Bondi Pavilion, a nod to cats’ love of cardboard boxes. Inside, cat-lovers can immerse themselves in a cat wonderland with a life-sized scratching post, giant balls of twine and a game designed to test the reflexes of players to determine their cat purr-sonality. Participants can also pick up a ‘kitty’ themed gift bag filled to the brim with WHISKAS treats and samples of the new favourites pouch…

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Events, Inspiration, Kids

Southern right whale children’s art exhibition, Bondi

October 23, 2023

On Saturday 4 November the Australian Conservation Foundation will host a children’s art showcase at Bondi Pavilion to celebrate the southern right whale. “Southern right whales can be seen off the coast from Sydney from June to August as they head north to breed in warmer waters,” said Stephen Lightfoot, leader of ACF Community Eastern Sydney. “In July we had a wonderful whale watching event which more than 80 people attended and a kids art class supported by a local business. “Kids drew pictures of the southern right whale and submitted them to ACF’s Wild at Art competition – Australia’s…

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