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Discover the Buzz at Maroubra Beach Markets – A Coastal Market Experience Like No Other!

04/06/2025

If you’re searching for the best beachside market in Sydney, look no further than the Maroubra Beach Markets. Held monthly at the stunning Broadarrow Reserve, this vibrant community market has quickly become a must-visit destination for locals and visitors alike. With over 120 diverse stalls, there’s something for everyone – from fresh produce and gourmet street food to handmade crafts and vintage treasures. What to Expect at Maroubra Beach Markets Whether you’re shopping for unique gifts, picking up organic ingredients, or just enjoying a morning by the ocean, Maroubra Beach Markets delivers a fun, family-friendly atmosphere in one of Sydney’s…

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Health & Wellbeing

Relax and Recharge: Why Thai Massage is the Ultimate Treat for Mums

02/06/2025

As a mum, you’re always on the go – juggling school drop-offs, work, meals, errands, and everything in between. It’s easy to put your own wellbeing on the back burner, but taking time to care for yourself is not a luxury – it’s a necessity. That’s where the magic of Thai massage comes in. At Sea Side Thai Massage in Maroubra, mums can enjoy a deeply relaxing and restorative experience designed to melt away stress, soothe tired muscles, and bring balance back to your body and mind. Why Thai Massage? Thai massage is a unique blend of acupressure, stretching, and…

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Markets

Maroubra Beach Market Returns – Sunshine, Shopping & Seaside Vibes

30/04/2025

First Saturday of the Month | Next Market: Saturday 3 May 2025 | 8am – 2pm Good news, local families—Maroubra Beach Market is back for 2025, and it’s set to bring a whole lot of fun to your Saturday mornings! Held on the first Saturday of every month, this relaxed coastal market is the perfect excuse to start your weekend by the sea. Set at Broadarrow Reserve, right near beautiful Maroubra Beach, this monthly event combines the best of the Eastern Suburbs lifestyle: fresh air, great food, local shopping, and good vibes. Whether you’re browsing with your morning coffee in…

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Fitness, Parks and Beaches

Have Your Say on the New Outdoor Gym at Maroubra Beach

24/02/2025

Outdoor gyms are a fantastic community asset, offering a free and accessible way to stay active in the fresh air. Whether you’re a busy parent squeezing in a quick workout, a fitness enthusiast looking to mix up your routine, or someone just starting their health journey, outdoor gym spaces provide a welcoming and social environment for all. That’s why it’s exciting news that Randwick City Council is planning to relocate and upgrade the outdoor gym at Maroubra Beach! The new gym will be moved to the southern end of the beach, next to the skate park, making way for an…

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Parks and Beaches, School holidays, What to do

Explore the Marine and Coastal Discovery Program This Summer!

11/12/2024

Randwick City Council invites families to dive into the Marine and Coastal Discovery Program, running from 7–31 January 2025. This incredible initiative is packed with engaging activities designed to connect participants with the natural wonders of Sydney’s coastline. From snorkelling to birdwatching, and rainforest explorations to surf science, there’s something for everyone. This Sustaining Our City initiative, funded by the Environmental Levy, celebrates the rich marine and coastal biodiversity while fostering community awareness. Guided by expert educators, these activities provide unique insights into the environment while ensuring fun and adventure. Program Highlights: Snorkelling Adventures: Sessions for beginners and intermediates at…

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Community, Fitness, Parks and Beaches

A Step Closer to a Stunning Coastal Walkway: Coogee to Maroubra

11/12/2024

Randwick City Council is making strides towards creating a new public walkway connecting South Coogee and Lurline Bay, with the recent purchase of a $4.9 million property on Cuzco Street. This long-anticipated development brings the vision of a continuous coastal walkway closer to reality. Bridging the Gap Currently, walkers traveling between Coogee and Maroubra must detour inland to Malabar Road. The addition of this new connection will eliminate the detour, enhancing the experience of enjoying the breathtaking Randwick coastline. The project, more than two decades in the making, builds on an agreement reached in 2002 between Randwick City Council and…

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Community, Free, School holidays, Shopping, What to do

Maroubra Beach Markets now on Saturday

26/10/2024

The Maroubra Beach Market has moved to Saturdays! Held monthly at Broadarrow Reserve, this vibrant market features over 120 stalls offering a variety of high-quality products, including fresh produce, artisan foods, fashion, homewares, crafts, plants, flowers, and art. Enjoy onsite dining areas and a diverse selection of hot food vendors. For those seeking sustainable shopping, the market includes a section dedicated to vintage and recycled items. Market Highlights: Fresh Produce: Locally sourced by Farmer and Son Artisan Foods: Eggs, salami, and olives from Universal Foods Local Honey: Produced by Bezo Bees Smoked Goods: Specialty items from Bondi Smoke House Homewares:…

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Events

The Juniors Maroubra Fun Run & Spring Festival

25/10/2024

The Juniors Maroubra Fun Run & Oktoberfest is the 26th year and will be held on Sunday 27 October 2024. The Fun Run & Summer Festival is one of Maroubra’s biggest and best annual family and community days. People come from near and far. Some run, some walk and some wheel around the course. Some will be super-fit, some will still be working on their fitness, and some will prefer to skip the Fun Run opportunity and just enjoy the Spring Festival. But EVERYONE will have a good time. This year our major sponsor is The Juniors.  Proceeds from the day…

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What Happened When Debris Washed Up on Coogee, Maroubra and Eastern Suburbs Beaches?
Parks and Beaches

What Happened When Debris Washed Up on Coogee, Maroubra and Eastern Suburbs Beaches?

21/10/2024

Updated September 2026 | This article relates to the Eastern Suburbs beach closures of October 2024. In October 2024, an unusual discovery along Sydney’s coastline temporarily closed some of the Eastern Suburbs’ most popular beaches. Thousands of mysterious ball-shaped pieces of debris began washing ashore, prompting Coogee, Clovelly, Maroubra, Malabar and Gordons Bay to be closed while authorities investigated and clean-up operations took place. The closures attracted significant attention across Sydney and left plenty of locals wondering what had washed up, whether it was dangerous and when they would be able to return to the water. Here’s a look back…

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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday’s Local Mum, Matina Moutzouris

30/09/2024

After working and travelling around the world as a costume and theatre designer for 15 years, I needed a change. As a result, I decided to open the Hunt 4 Hope Op Shop in 2018. 100% of our profits go to Huntington’s Australia who help families and those affected by Huntington’s Disease. As well as consciously providing affordable secondhand goods and customer service to cater for all socio-economic needs, the shop has become a community space where people feel safe and enjoy the ambient and colourful environment and this gives me joy.  My daily motivation is knowing I am making…

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