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The Iconic 333 Bondi Bus: 20 Years of Connecting Sydney Families to the Beach

08/10/2026

From school runs and family beach days to millions of passenger journeys every year, Sydney’s famous blue 333 bus is much more than public transport. It’s part of Bondi’s identity and everyday life in the Eastern Suburbs. There are a few things that immediately make you think of Bondi Beach: the golden sand, rolling surf, Bondi Icebergs, the Norfolk pine trees and, of course, the iconic blue 333 bus. For locals, it’s simply part of life. For visitors, it’s often their first introduction to Australia’s most famous beach. And for mums, dads and kids across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, the 333…

by jay

Family photographer taking a portrait of a family in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs

Photographers

Family photographers in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs

07/10/2026

Family photographers in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs Family photography is often an annual step in recording the milestones that shape family life. Babies become toddlers, children change schools, grandparents visit and familiar family routines evolve. A thoughtful set of photographs preserves those moments long after the details begin to fade. Choosing a photographer is personal. Families are not only comparing prices and packages; they are looking for someone whose style feels right, who can help children relax and who will notice the connections that make their family unique. Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs is served by photographers specialising in maternity, newborn, family, children’s...Continue reading

by Lana

Halloween

Halloween: Friend or Foe? A Spooky Adventure for Kids in Centennial Park

07/10/2026

Looking for something a little different to do with the kids this Halloween? Centennial Park is getting spooky this October, with an afternoon of creepy creatures, outdoor challenges, costumes and trick-or-treating designed especially for younger children. Halloween: Friend or Foe? takes over the Wild Play Discovery Centre on Saturday 31 October 2026, inviting kids aged 4 to 8 to explore the park and discover some of the fascinating creatures that come alive after dark. Rather than simply being about scares and sweets, this Halloween adventure combines plenty of fun with nature discovery. Kids will crawl through a spooky obstacle course,…

by jay

Halloween

Ghost in The Rocks Returns for Four Huge Nights of Halloween Fun

07/10/2026

Ghost in The Rocks Returns for Four Huge Nights of Halloween Fun Sydney is getting ready for its biggest Halloween celebration yet, with Ghost in The Rocks returning for four nights from Thursday 29 October to Sunday 1 November 2026. Billed as Australia’s Biggest Halloween Street Festival, the event will transform one of Sydney’s oldest neighbourhoods into a sprawling open-air Halloween playground filled with giant creatures, lights, live entertainment, food, music and plenty of costumes. And the best part? Entry to the street festival is FREE. This year Halloween falls on a Saturday, and organisers are preparing for a particularly…

by jay

Community, Events, Fun

Free Family Fun Day Is Coming to Moore Park South This October

06/10/2026

Looking for an easy free family day out in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs? Pack the kids, bring your picnic blanket and head to Moore Park South on Saturday 17 October for an afternoon of animals, sport, nature activities, face painting and plenty of outdoor fun. The Moore Park South Family Fun Day is a free community event running from 11am to 2pm, with activities and entertainment designed for kids and families of all ages. And did we mention it’s FREE? A Free Day of Play at Moore Park South Moore Park South will come alive for three hours of family-friendly entertainment,…

by jay

Halloween

Spooktacular Halloween Disco Party for Kids in Mascot

06/10/2026

Halloween is getting ready to light up the dance floor! Families looking for a fun way to celebrate spooky season can head to Mascot on Saturday 31 October for a Spooktacular Halloween Disco Party, created especially for children aged 2.5 to 10 years. Running from 5:30pm to 7pm, the party promises plenty of music, movement, creativity and Halloween fun. Best of all, parents and guardians attend free, making it an easy family Halloween outing. Whether your little one wants to arrive as a witch, superhero, ghost, princess, skeleton or something completely sparkly, costumes are encouraged! A Halloween Party Where Everyone…

by jay

Finance

Becoming a Mum Changes Everything – But Don’t Lose Sight of Your Own Financial Future

05/10/2026

Becoming a mum changes the way you think about almost everything. Your time, your career, your priorities and, inevitably, your money. Suddenly there are prams, childcare fees, swimming lessons, school costs and what feels like an endless stream of shoes that are outgrown almost as quickly as you buy them. At the same time, many women take maternity leave, reduce their working hours or step away from paid employment for a period. With so much attention naturally focused on your children and the household, it can be surprisingly easy to stop paying attention to your own financial future. But becoming…

by jay

Events, Fun

Roll Up, Roll Up! Kids Circus Workshops Are Coming to South Eveleigh These School Holidays

05/10/2026

If your kids have ever dreamed of running away with the circus — or simply love climbing, balancing, performing and trying something new — South Eveleigh is bringing a little circus magic to the spring school holidays. On Thursday 8 and Friday 9 October, kids can step into the spotlight at a series of hands-on Circus Workshops on Locomotive Street. From little acrobats to future ringmasters, the workshops give children the chance to learn circus skills, challenge their balance and coordination and discover their inner performer. And at just $5 per ticket — with every attendee receiving a $10 gift…

by jay

Community, Markets

How to Make Your Family Garage Sale a Standout This November

05/10/2026

There’s something wonderfully simple about a garage sale. Open the garage, pull out the things your family no longer needs, put up a few signs and watch as toys, clothes, books and household treasures head off to new homes. But if you’re getting the kids involved in Garage Sale Trail 2026, why not make a proper event of it? Garage Sale Trail returns across Australia on 7–8 and 14–15 November 2026, giving Eastern Suburbs families the perfect excuse to clear out cupboards, tackle overflowing garages and storage cages, make a little pocket money and have some fun along the way….

by jay

Art, Events

Head On Photo Festival 2026 Comes to Bondi Pavilion This November

05/10/2026

Bondi Pavilion will become a meeting place for photographers, artists and curious visitors this November as the Head On Photo Festival 2026 brings almost a month of exhibitions, talks, workshops and special events to the beachfront. Running from 6–29 November 2026, the festival is an opportunity to experience photography from Australia and around the world — and many of the exhibitions at the Pavilion are completely free to visit. Whether you’re passionate about photography, love discovering new artists, have a teenager interested in taking photos, or simply want to see something different while you’re at Bondi, this is one to…

by jay

How to Make Your Family Garage Sale a Standout This November

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All about life as a mum in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs.

Eastern Suburbs Mums was created for mums and their families to connect with what is going on in Sydney’s east.

It’s a place for Mums where you can find out about your local area, what’s on, where to get help, advice and more...

The Iconic 333 Bondi Bus: 20 Years of Connecting Sydney Families to the Beach

Family photographers in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs

Halloween: Friend or Foe? A Spooky Adventure for Kids in Centennial Park

Ghost in The Rocks Returns for Four Huge Nights of Halloween Fun

Free Family Fun Day Is Coming to Moore Park South This October

Spooktacular Halloween Disco Party for Kids in Mascot

Becoming a Mum Changes Everything – But Don’t Lose Sight of Your Own Financial Future

Roll Up, Roll Up! Kids Circus Workshops Are Coming to South Eveleigh These School Holidays

How to Make Your Family Garage Sale a Standout This November

Head On Photo Festival 2026 Comes to Bondi Pavilion This November

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