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Community, Events, Sports

Join the 2025 Murray Rose Malabar Magic Ocean Swim: A Celebration of Swimming and Community Spirit

February 12, 2025

The 2025 Malabar Magic Ocean Swim is set to make waves on Sunday, February 16th, at Malabar Beach, and it’s an event that swimmers of all levels won’t want to miss. This iconic ocean swim is not just about competition—it’s about community, inclusivity, and supporting a fantastic cause. This year, the swim will feature three distances: the 1km, 2km, and 5km events. Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or a first-timer, there’s a challenge to suit your ability. Participants are encouraged to register early as spots fill up quickly, and early bird pricing is available starting October 28th at 9 AM….

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

5 Eastern Suburbs Pools your kids will love

January 7, 2025

The eastern suburbs is blessed with amazing harbour and coastal beaches but sometimes the beaches are too crowded, too rough and you are over sand. We’ve put together a list of our 5 picks for the best aquatic centres in the East if you feel like a day out with the kids this summer. 1. Botany Aquatic Centre – Botany One of the east’s most iconic pools, set in the quiet back streets of Botany this “Olympic” pool centre once famous for its water slides offers families a really great experience. There are three pools – 50 m large Olympic…

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Free, Parks and Beaches, What to do

Discover the Best Rock Pools in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs

December 30, 2024

Sydney’s eastern suburbs are home to some of the most stunning rock pools, offering serene swimming spots, family-friendly environments, and breathtaking ocean views. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, these natural and man-made havens are perfect for cooling off, relaxing, or enjoying a unique coastal experience. Here’s a guide to the top rock pools in the area and what makes each one special. North Bondi Children’s Pool Location: North Bondi Beach Designed with families in mind, this shallow and sheltered pool is perfect for young children and those learning to swim. Its calm waters and picturesque location make it…

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Family, Health & Wellbeing

Swim safely at favourite Sydney spot this winter

May 22, 2024

As winter sun shines in Sydney’s skies after weeks of rainfall, beach-lovers can swim safely at one more beach in the Randwick area, with the local Council announcing new off-season patrols at Clovelly Beach. Randwick City Council professional Lifeguards will now patrol Clovelly Beach as well as Coogee and Maroubra beaches seven days a week, between sunrise and sunset. Randwick Mayor Philipa Veitch said the decision to patrol Clovelly Beach year-round was made following a 2023 review of public visits to Council’s beaches, which found increasing numbers of swimmers using the beach in the off-season. “Residents and visitors alike love…

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Events, Kids, School holidays, What to do

Splash into Summer with Waterworld Central’s Return to Entertainment Quarter, Sydney!

December 12, 2023

Australia’s beloved mobile inflatable waterpark, Waterworld Central, is thrilled to announce  its grand return to the Entertainment Quarter in Sydney, just in time for the 2024 summer  school holidays! From 6th to 31st January, we invite families, mates, and water enthusiasts  of all ages to dive into a world of aquatic adventure and beat the heat in the most thrilling  way possible!    Waterworld Central is not your ordinary waterpark; it’s an experience that brings together  the best of summer fun. With an array of inflatable pools and slides that will leave you  grinning from ear to ear!  Load up…

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Health & Wellbeing, Kids, What to do

Open Day @ City of Sydney Pools

November 30, 2023

Make a splash into a healthier lifestyle, while enjoying the celebration of Summer Open Day at swimming pools across Sydney. Need a way to entertain the kids and have some fun with the family? Looking to chat with a health and wellbeing expert about positive lifestyle choices? Or want to stretch, meditate and relax in a yoga class? Then look no further than our annual Summer Open Days taking place at all six aquatic and leisure centres across Sydney – and the best part, it’s all FREE! There’ll be a wide range of activities, in-centre events, and giveaways and prizes…

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Events

Malabar Magic Ocean Swim

February 15, 2023

There’s still time to register for Malabar Magic! The event will take place this Sun 19 Feb at Malabar Beach. Come along and support Rainbow Club Australia. You can sign up to swim 1km, 2.5km or 5km.   Registrations are now open for the 2023 Murray Rose Malabar Magic Ocean Swim, with all funds raised going toward Rainbow Club Australia. Register now to be part of the most inclusive swim on the circuit. This year we will be celebrating the 15th year of The Magic and look forward to sharing some special memories from the past 15years.  We look forward…

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Kids, Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays

Cook + Phillip Park Pool Summer Free Open Day

December 15, 2022

Cook + Phillip Park Pool will be holding an open day on Saturday 17 December. There’ll be a range of in-centre activities, events, and prizes up for grabs throughout the day, including; Group Fitness Mega Marathon from 9am FREE entry into the pool from 10am – 3pm Giveaways, spin-to-win, and activities for kids and families Fitness challenges in the gym, including push-up, row and plank challenges. Free kids swim assessments Meet the team, including the centre manager, swim instructors and fitness experts PLUS more Where: Cook+Phillip Park Aquatic and Fitness Centre  4 College Street, Sydney NSW 2001 When: Saturday 17 December…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre Summer Free Open Day

December 13, 2022

Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre will be holding an open day on Saturday 17 December. There’ll be a range of in-centre activities, events, and prizes up for grabs throughout the day, including; Group Fitness Mega Marathon from 8am FREE entry into the pool from 10am – 3pm Giveaways, spin-to-win, and activities for kids and families Fitness challenges in the gym, including push-up, row and plank challenges. Free kids swim assessments Meet the team, including the centre manager, swim instructors and fitness experts PLUS more Where: Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre  458 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007   When: Saturday 17 December from 10am…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Des Renford Leisure Centre School Holiday Programs

December 11, 2022

Looking for ideas to entertain the kids during the school holidays? Stop looking – we have the answer! Check out what’s available at Des Renford Leisure Centre. Pool Inflatable Slip, slide and laugh while you negotiate your way along the inflatable for massive amounts of fun and entertainment. Our pool inflatable is available to the public in school holidays and is FREE after normal admission fees. 12pm to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday* (*excludes weekends and Public Holidays) Birthday Parties available Monday – Friday of the school holidays at 11am only. Email DRLC for availability.  The pool inflatable is also available to…

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