Randwick Archives

Randwick City Women’s Art Prize: Celebrate Creativity and Women’s Achievements

08/02/2025

In honour of International Women’s Day, Randwick City Council is excited to host the Women’s Art Prize, a dynamic art competition and exhibition that showcases the incredible creative talents of female artists. This prestigious event celebrates the economic, political, and social contributions of women past, present, and future, while offering a platform for women to share their unique artistic voices. Event Details: Exhibition Dates: Randwick Town Hall: Saturday, 8 March to Monday, 10 March 2025 Lionel Bowen Library Gallery: Tuesday, 18 March to Sunday, 13 April 2025 Location: Randwick Town Hall: 90 Avoca Street, Randwick Lionel Bowen Library: 669 Anzac…

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Free, Parks & Playgrounds

Inglis Park: Randwick’s Mega Playground & Dining Destination for Families

23/01/2025

In the heart of Randwick, Newmarket Randwick has transformed from a historic thoroughbred sales yard into a dynamic urban precinct that’s perfect for family fun and community connection. Combining rich heritage with modern amenities, this vibrant space offers something for everyone, making it a must-visit spot for locals and visitors alike. A Piece of Randwick’s History The story of Newmarket Randwick dates back to the 1860s, when the site became the home of the Inglis family’srenowned thoroughbred sales yard. For over a century, it was the place where iconic horses like Black Caviar and Bernborough were sold. Today, this five-hectare…

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Babies, Family Friendly Technology

Keep Your Kids Safe: Child Car Seat Fitting Program in Randwick

09/01/2025

Ensuring your child’s safety on the road starts with a properly fitted car seat. Randwick City Council’s Child Car Seat Fitting Program provides a convenient and affordable way to secure your child’s car seat, helping parents comply with child car seat laws while giving peace of mind. Supported by Transport for NSW, the program offers rebates to Randwick residents, covering the cost of professional car seat fitting. How the Program Works By using a Transport for NSW Authorised Fitter, Randwick City Council residents can claim up to $200 per household each financial year to cover the cost of fitting baby…

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Events, Free

Celebrate Australia Day at Kensington Park with the local Randwick community

08/01/2025

Looking for a fun and family-friendly way to celebrate Australia Day? Join the local Randwick community at Kensington Park for a vibrant community event packed with activities, entertainment, and delicious treats! Mark your calendar for Sunday, 26 January 2025, and bring the whole family along for an unforgettable day. Event Details: Time: 11am – 2pm Date: Sunday, 26 January 2025 Location: Kensington Park, 2R Edward Avenue, Kensington This free community celebration offers something for everyone, from live entertainment to exciting activities for the kids. Best of all, you can enjoy a free ice cream (limited to one scoop per person…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

Randwick City Comes Alive with Summer Sounds Every Saturday

28/12/2024

As the holiday season unfolds, Randwick City streets are buzzing with excitement, thanks to Summer Sounds, Randwick City Council’s newest live music initiative. This vibrant program brings talented musicians to nine town centers every Saturday until 15 February 2025, adding a lively rhythm to the community. Formerly known as the Pop-Up Music Program, Summer Sounds features a refreshed weekly lineup of artists performing across the city’s most beloved spots. With its success following the much-loved Spot On Festival, Mayor Dylan Parker sees this initiative as a way to further enliven Randwick’s high streets. “Live music creates a unique atmosphere, transforming…

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Events, Free, Inspiration, School holidays

Summer Sounds: Live Music Across Randwick City

11/12/2024

Get ready for a summer filled with music! Randwick City Council’s Summer Sounds program is back, running every Saturday from 14 December 2024 to 15 February 2025, bringing live music to nine vibrant locations across the area. Previously known as the Pop-Up Summer Music Program, this free event is the perfect way to enjoy live entertainment in your local community. Experience the Magic of Live Music From morning performances in bustling plazas to sunset serenades by the beach, the Summer Sounds program showcases talented musicians performing a variety of genres. Whether you’re out with the kids, grabbing a coffee, or…

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Community

Increased Bus Services for Route 358: Randwick to Sydenham

10/12/2024

Great news for commuters! Starting today, there will be an additional 40 trips per week on the 358 Randwick to Sydenham loop bus route. These extra services aim to ease demand and provide more convenience for passengers. To check the updated timetable, visit the Trip Planner or Opal Travel app for all the new service times. The loop bus service 358 route is a vital connection linking Sydenham Station to Randwick, stopping at key locations like The University of New South Wales (UNSW) and the Prince of Wales Hospital. This enhanced service benefits not just students and hospital staff but…

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Events, Markets

Experience the Magic of Christmas at Randwick Racecourse Christmas Festival.

18/11/2024

Cambridge Markets is delighted to bring the festive cheer back to Randwick Racecourse with the highly anticipated 2024 Christmas Markets! Join us for a magical day of shopping, entertainment, and holiday spirit on Friday, 6 December 2024, from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Set against the stunning backdrop of Royal Randwick Racecourse, this year’s Christmas Markets promise a unique and unforgettable experience. With FREE entry, the event features: 50 beautifully curated artisan stalls offering handmade crafts, homewares, and festive gifts. Delicious gourmet food stalls to delight your taste buds. Exciting kids’ activities, including jumping castles, pony rides, face painting, and…

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Events, What to do

Tips for a safe and spooktacular Halloween

31/10/2024

Tips from The Randwick city council for a safe and spooktacular Halloween. Have you noticed a few extra zombies, ghouls and witches on your street lately? Get ready – Halloween is coming up on Thursday 31 October! Many kids in Randwick City enjoy dressing up to go ‘trick or treating’, and the day is a great way to come together as a community. More important than loading up on lollies and spooking the neighbours is making sure everyone stays safe. Here are a few tips to help make sure this Halloween is safe and fun for everyone. STOP, LOOK, LISTEN…

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Events, Free, Inspiration, What to do

Eastern Suburbs Mums Halloween 2024 Guide

30/10/2024

We’ve done a round up of the spookily great streets to celebrate Halloween 2024 style in the Eastern Suburbs. Even though Halloween officially falls on a Thursday 31 st October there are loads of local events if you can’t do anything to celebrate it on a school night! We also encourage that children are supervised when out in the street, respect neighbourhoods in terms of noise and have fun but be good locals! Our other tip is be a good neighbour and purchase some bags of lollies if you are walking out with the kids, this is to help replenish…

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