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Member training in the warm 40 degree J.I.M infrared studio, Paddington
Fitness

What Is Infrared Fitness? Why J.I.M Members Feel the Difference

25/06/2026

At Joy In Movement (J.I.M), we are all about movement that feels good, fits your life and supports your wellbeing long-term. The thing that ties all of that together is infrared technology. Infrared fitness classes use gentle, heat-based technology to warm your body directly from the inside out, rather than just heating the air around you. The heat reaches deep into your muscles and joints, which is why a J.I.M class feels warm and supportive rather than the harsh, suffocating heat you might expect from a sauna. Our studios are heated to 40 degrees, warm enough to do real work,…

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Health & Wellbeing

Welcome Home: Meet Dr Erin Hawken of Home Chiropractic Studio in Paddington

14/06/2026

A calm, boutique chiropractic studio in the heart of Paddington, helping local families reconnect with movement, clarity and care. In the middle of a busy week, finding a place that feels calm, considered and supportive can make all the difference. That is the feeling behind Home. Chiropractic Studio, a boutique chiropractic space in Paddington created by Dr Erin Hawken. Located on Hargrave Street, directly across from the iconic Bellevue Hotel, Home Chiropractic Studio has been designed as an oasis for modern life. It is a place where individuals and families can pause, check in with their body, and receive chiropractic…

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Community, Playgroups, yoga

What’s On at Paddington Uniting Church This Spring – Activities for Kids and Families

25/08/2025

Looking for fun and healthy activities in Paddington this spring? Paddington Uniting Church is offering a range of new classes designed for kids, parents, and families. From kids’ yoga to Pilates, French lessons, and mindful parenting groups, there’s something for every age. Kids and Family Activities Kids Yoga with Vanessa Introduce your children to yoga in a fun and supportive environment. Kids Yoga runs Tuesdays, 3.30pm–4.15pm at Paddington Uniting Hall. Classes are term-based and perfect for after-school movement. Bonjour Babies – French for Little Ones Give your child the gift of language with Bonjour Babies French classes. These playful sessions…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Spring Street Reserve Paddington, Playground upgrade. Community consultation

06/06/2024

The Woollahra Council is inviting the local community for feed back and consultation. The council is excited to share the draft concept plan for Spring Street Reserve, Paddington designed to provide accessible, inclusive, imaginative and flexible play for children and families. You are invite you to have your say on the draft concept plan via the feedback form below by 11.59pm on Wednesday 12 June. The reserve is nestled within close proximity to local residences and currently features a fenced playground, shade sails, park benches and a climbing unit with slide surrounded by mulch soft fall. The reserve playground has…

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Inspiration, Kids, Parenting

Discover the extraordinary in the heart of Paddington!

29/02/2024

We welcome you to explore our dynamic and caring school, St Francis of Assisi, Paddington. Our peaceful school in the heart of the city boasts state of the art facilities and modern learning environments.  We promote excellence in learning and teaching. Our dedicated team is committed to catering for the holistic development of each student in order to facilitate a lifelong love of learning. We embrace a Growth Mindset in order to be empowered, innovative and interconnected learners.  At St Francis of Assisi we provide opportunities to cater for the interests of all of our students. Through the Amadeus Program,…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Have your say on two new playgrounds in the East

03/12/2023

Woollahra Council needs your help redesigning two playgrounds in the Eastern Suburbs! Thornton Reserve at Bellevue Hill or Spring Street Reserve in Paddington are both getting makeovers, and the council wants to know what you’d like to see there.  The idea is to make both spaces more accessible, safe and enjoyable, but council’s designers know that nobody knows parks and playgrounds better than the children and parents who play and hang out in them every day. The feedback process is actually pretty cool: you can fill in a survey, but you can also upload pictures of other play spaces you…

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Events, Kids

Mini Musica presents: Bossa Nova Bebe

31/08/2023

Introduce your little ones to the joyous rhythms and beats of bossa nova with acclaimed singer and guitarist, Anna Salleh. Join Anna for a morning of gorgeous songs and stories from Brazil & beyond that are guaranteed to make you sway and move your feet! Anna first fell in love with Brazilian music as a child when her dad took her to see a film called ‘Black Orpheus’, set in the picturesque city of Rio de Janeiro at carnival time. Anna long dreamed of going to Brazil and in 2010 she packed her guitar and headed there. Today, Anna is…

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Events, Inspiration

A special invitation to celebrate International Literacy Day in Paddington

30/08/2023

Eastern Suburbs Mums are being invited to join SeeBeyondBorders at their International Literacy Day event on September 7th to raise awareness and funds for children in Cambodia.  What do SeeBeyondBorders do?  We mentor and train teachers, introduce technology, work with local communities and run maths and literacy programs to keep children engaged and in school.  Across our programs for grades 1-3 students, we see an average increase from 37% to 72% in maths and literacy achievement standards.  We are urgently trying to reach new schools in Siem Reap Province, where quality education is needed most.  Did you know? Currently, just…

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Events, Kids

Magical Music from Aladdin

17/07/2023

Mini Musica is delighted to be back at Paddington Uniting Church this August. Grab your magic carpet and join the Zaki Duo for a morning of fun, music and adventure, inspired by the tales of Aladdin and 1001 Nights. From the bustling marketplace of Agrabah to the dazzling Cave of Wonders, the Zāki Duo will bring the sights and sounds of this beloved tale to life. Featuring familiar favourite songs like “Arabian Nights” and “A Whole New World” combined with a selection of Kurdish and Persian folk songs. What to expect: Enjoy high calibre music in a relaxed environment in…

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Food

Indulge in live jazz and Italian dining this Wednesday night at Cipri Italian..

17/06/2023

The Cipri Italian team are bringing a taste of the Italian Riviera to Paddington, this Wednesday 21 June.  On the night, you’ll be transported to the cliffside shores of the Italian Riviera, with all the sounds and tastes of Italy’s most picturesque northern towns.  Tuck into an exquisite degustation menu inspired by the flavours of LIGURIA: the lush and breathtakingly beautiful region on Italy’s Mediterranean coastline, nestled beneath France. Liguria’s coastline is speckled with luxurious seaside resort towns, stunning aqua inlets and a bustling coastal culture. Think Portofino, Cinque Terre, Santa Margherita…and their traditional cuisine of fresh seafood, handmade focaccia,…

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