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Art with your Phone

January 8, 2024

Are you tired of being online…want to learn photography outdoors with a group of actual people?? Join in for a fun and creative 2-day workshop to improve your phone photography and editing skills. You will build technical and creative expertise in a friendly outdoor environment. At the end of this workshop, you will have your own photographic artwork ready to print and frame. * $50 discount for Randwick Council residents — Select resident’s ticket when booking. About the workshop – no experience necessary The workshop is split into two sessions: Saturday from 10.00 am — 1.00 pm Sunday from 10.00 am — 12.00 pm Randwick Sustainability Hub, 27…

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Inspiration

Randwick and Waverley Councils promote Float to Survive message this summer

December 26, 2023

Randwick and Waverley Councils are joining forces again this summer to help reduce the record number of drownings in Australia by encouraging people to “Float to Survive”. Float to Survive is a pilot water safety campaign launched by the two councils last December (2022) in partnership with the University of NSW (UNSW) Beach Safety Research Group (BSRG) to promote floating as the best chance of survival for swimmers who get into trouble in the water. Float to Survive was evaluated by the head of the BSRG, Professor Rob Brander (aka ‘Dr Rip’) who found it was an easy-to-understand and well…

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Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays

Safety boost for Sydney beaches – Randwick Council expands summer Lifeguard services

December 6, 2023

Safety will be stepped up at Sydney’s south-eastern beaches, with Randwick Council expanding its Lifeguard services to Malabar and Little Bay Beaches for the first time this summer. Randwick Mayor Philipa Veitch announced today, Friday 1 December 2023, that Malabar Beach will have a flagged area and two Lifeguards for the summer. Little Bay Beach will also have its own Lifeguard with backup from jet ski water patrols from Malabar. The water patrols will also include the popular beaches around La Perouse – Yarra Bay Beach and Frenchmans Bay Beach. Patrols have not been conducted at Malabar since 2004 and…

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Events, Kids, What to do

Randwick Christmas Festival – Twilight

November 30, 2023

Celebrate at our Christmas Festival The popular Christmas Festival meeting is back with FREE entry for everyone. Get into the swing of the festive season and bring the family with plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained. There is plenty of free entertainment and rides featuring amusement rides such as Fantasy Cups, inflatables including Winter Wonderland Jumping Castle and inflatable maze. There’s also face painting, pony rides, petting zoo, Christmas craft activities, a carol performance from the Australian Girls Choir and a special visit from Santa and friends. Don’t miss your chance to take a photo with Santa at…

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Kids, Parenting

Tutoring in Randwick with Tash from Eye Level

November 10, 2023

In the heart of Randwick, Tash Percy and her team of dedicated educators aim to empower young minds with the tools they need to become problem solvers and self-directed learners. We are proud to be a leading global supplementary education service provider, offering Maths and English programmes for students from Kindergarten to Year 10. Eye Level Randwick Learning Centre is part of a global network with 2 million students in 20 countries. Our Philosophy At the core of our educational philosophy lies the belief that education is about acquiring knowledge and fostering critical thinking and self-directed learning. We understand that…

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Inspiration, Parenting

Coogee Boys’ Preparatory School Choosing the right school for your son.

November 1, 2023

Choosing a school for your child is a significant decision. Coogee Boys’ Preparatory School offers a compelling combination of academic rigour, character development, and sporting and social skills, all within a nurturing, caring and supportive environment. It’s a place where young boys can thrive, learn and grow into responsible, well-rounded individuals ready to face the future confidently. Most importantly, they have fun. Happy children thrive in happy classrooms where learning is fun – an atmosphere we create daily at Coogee Prep. Coogee Boys’ Preparatory School is a small school with a long history that stands out as an exceptional choice…

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Health & Wellbeing, Inspiration, School holidays

Spring into the outdoors!

September 12, 2023

Randwick City is a haven for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in nature’s beauty and engage in a bit of recreation too. From coastal walks and outdoor gyms to charming playgrounds, there are lots of ways you can spring into the outdoors! Here’s a roundup of some of the best outdoor activities on offer. SHAKE UP YOUR WORKOUT For fitness enthusiasts looking to shake up their workout routine – why not try an outdoor gym? There are so many spaces to exercise in Randwick City but the new outdoor gyms at Snape Park and Barwon Park are the perfect places…

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For Mums, Kids

Tutoring Children to Navigate Test Anxiety and Empowering Their Academic Journey.

September 11, 2023

Test anxiety can be a significant obstacle for children on their academic journey. As a parent or caregiver, you have the power to help your child overcome this challenge and succeed in their exams. Here are some essential strategies to help your child manage test anxiety effectively: 1. Identify the root cause: Understanding what triggers your child’s anxiety is essential. By recognising the underlying causes, you can provide tailored support to address those concerns directly. 2. Embrace preparation: Encourage your child to begin preparing well before the exam. A last-minute cram session can exacerbate anxiety. Instead, suggest crafting a study…

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School holidays, What to do

Randwick Council Marine & coastal program

September 9, 2023

Marine and Coastal Discovery Program Next program: 3 – 5 October 2023 Bookings opening soon! PROGRAM Tuesday 3 Oct 8am – 10am Coastal bird tour at South Maroubra $7pp 4pm – 6pm Rockpool ramble at Little Bay $7pp Wednesday 4 Oct 10am – 11am Fishy Adventures workshop at South Maroubra SLSC $7pp 11.30am – 12.30pm Is Plastic really Fantastic? workshop at South Maroubra SLSC $7pp Thursday 5 Oct 9am – 11am Bushcare at Maroubra Dunes Free 1.30pm – 2.30pm Walk about reptiles show at South Maroubra $7pp DISCLAIMER: Bookings are made through Humanitix which is an external website. Please read their…

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Events, Inspiration

Eco Living 2023 @ Randwick Sustainability Hub

August 26, 2023

Eco Living 2023 is held at the Randwick Community Centre and Sustainability Hub located at 27 Munda Street, Randwick. Access to the Randwick Community Centre and Sustainability Hub is via Bundock Street, Hendy Avenue and into Munda Street. There’s plenty on offer for kids… Fun Hula Hoop Games Storybook Reading Make a paper chatterbox Calm Down Corner – with Randwick Library Spark in the Park team. ….. and an endless list of fun activities and learning experiences with Adamama Jnr: Recycle Station Play – have fun sorting and learning how to recycle Kindness Rocks – decorate and take home your…

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