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Parks and Beaches

11 Beautiful Picnic Spots in Sydney's East and City to Enjoy This Spring and Summer

Spring has arrived, summer is just around the corner, and there’s no better time to pack a picnic basket,...
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Parks & Playgrounds, What to do

Hidden Gem Alert! Discover Gugara Park, Paddington's Little Playground Paradise

Tucked away in a quiet corner of Paddington is a playground that deserves a spot on every Eastern Suburbs...
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Community

Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations

Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations Looking for a little...
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Community, Markets

How to Make Your Family Garage Sale a Standout This November

There’s something wonderfully simple about a garage sale. Open the garage, pull out the things your family no longer...
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Monday's Mum Profiles

Monday's Local mum Kirsty Amland

This week we meet Vaucluse mum Kirsty Ameland, who has called Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs home for more than 20...
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Parks and Beaches
11 Beautiful Picnic Spots in Sydney's East and City to Enjoy This Spring and Summer
Parks & Playgrounds, What to do
Hidden Gem Alert! Discover Gugara Park, Paddington's Little Playground Paradise
Community
Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations
Community, Markets
How to Make Your Family Garage Sale a Standout This November
Monday's Mum Profiles
Monday's Local mum Kirsty Amland
 

Maroubra Beach Markets

FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

Free entry – see you by the beach!

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About Eastern Suburbs Mums

Welcome to Eastern Suburbs Mums

 

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...

third Sunday of every month, at Heffron Park’s netball stadium

 
Promotional poster for the free Dr Eli Gold family event at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, featuring Dr Gold, Toothy and families.
Dental Health, Events, Free

Meet Toothy and Dr Eli Gold at a free family afternoon in Double Bay

13/11/2026

Does brushing time at your house involve a little too much negotiating? A free afternoon in Double Bay is bringing songs, giant toothbrushes and a very large tooth together to help make the conversation more fun. On Tuesday 17 November 2026, from 4pm to 6pm, families are invited to Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf to meet Bondi dentist Dr Eli Gold and Toothy, the giant tooth. Designed for children aged 4–10, accompanied by a parent or carer, the event also welcomes educators. With an after-school start, it’s an outing you can head to straight from pickup—and there will be snacks and…

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Colourful cartoon bugs, a snail and a worm on the green Minibeasts Storytime and Play event poster.
Events, Free, Library

Little explorers can discover minibeasts at Waverley Library

13/11/2026

Have a little one who loves spotting ants or watching worms wriggle? Waverley Library is inviting preschoolers to explore tiny creatures through stories, craft and hands-on play this November. Minibeasts Storytime and Play is designed for children aged 3–5, with a busy morning of activities inspired by the small creatures around us. Stories, slime and bug-inspired creativity Children can build their own anthill, explore worm slime and make a stick creature, alongside other bug crafts. There will also be minibeast stories and a chance to learn about bogong moths and their remarkable migration. Before heading home, browse the library’s bug…

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Elevated view of Wylie’s Baths ocean pool and sunbathers on the poolside deck in Coogee.
Local, Parks and Beaches, Swimming

Planning a swim at Wylie’s Baths? What families need to know

13/11/2026

Before packing the towels and getting the kids ready for a Coogee swim, there’s a local closure to keep in mind. Wylie’s Baths is temporarily closed for swimming, with repair work scheduled for completion on 4 December 2026. The downstairs pool deck is also closed, including to season pass holders. However, the upstairs area and kiosk remain open from 7.30am to 2pm. What’s being fixed? Leaks in the northern pool wall have been allowing water to escape, lowering the pool level at low tide. Randwick Council is repairing the wall, with the timetable dependent on weather, tides and swell. For…

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Elizabeth Springs Christmas Trees collage featuring a decorated Christmas tree and two people beside a freshly cut tree on a ute.
Christmas 2026

Bring Home Christmas: Fresh Trees at Maroubra Pop-Up Shop or Delivered to Your Door

12/11/2026

The scent of fresh pine, a box of favourite decorations and the kids deciding where every bauble should go — there’s something special about bringing home a real Christmas tree. Elizabeth Springs Christmas Trees is returning for Christmas 2026, bringing its family-grown trees to Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. Visit the pop-up shop at 34 McKeon Street, Maroubra, to choose yours, or arrange delivery to make getting your tree home a little easier. A family tradition three generations strong Behind Elizabeth Springs Christmas Trees is the Geddes family, whose connection to Christmas tree farming spans three generations and more than 20 years….

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wild art in bondi
Art, bondi beach, Environment, Events, Free, Kids

Wild at Art brings children’s creativity and wildlife to Bondi Pavilion

12/11/2026

Looking for a free outing for your budding artist or animal lover? Wild at Art 2026 is coming to Bondi Pavilion, bringing together children’s artwork, Australian wildlife and activities for families. Presented by ACF Eastern Sydney and supported by Waverley Council, the exhibition celebrates young artists and the threatened native animals and plants that inspired their creations. Head along to the opening celebration on Saturday 14 November, from 1–2 pm, in the Seagull Room. See wildlife through children’s eyes Wild at Art invites children aged 5–12 to create original artworks featuring Australia’s threatened species. The Bondi exhibition showcases entries from…

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Santa waves to a crowd of families at Carols by the Sea in Bondi.
bondi beach, Christmas 2026, Events, Free

Carols by the Sea brings Christmas cheer to Bondi this December

11/11/2026

Make room in the family calendar for a little Christmas singing by the beach. Carols by the Sea returns to Bondi Park’s Dolphin Court on Wednesday 9 December 2026 from 5 pm, with free entry. Presented by Waverley Council, the celebration features Bondi Beach Public School performers, School of Arts Academy of Dance, Bondi Brass and soprano Kirsten Busby. Local performer Eve Wheeler will host. Children can enjoy free face painting until 7.30 pm, while a possible Santa visit adds to the excitement. Pick up a sausage from the WAYS Youth fundraising barbecue or buy an ice cream during the…

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Family child care in th Eastern suburbs
Child Care

Recommended childcare and early learning in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs

11/11/2026

2027 GUIDE Finding childcare is one of those family decisions that can look straightforward on paper and feel deeply personal in practice. You are choosing the people and place that will become part of your child’s everyday world, while also trying to make the hours, location and cost work for your family. Families in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs can choose from family day care, long day care centres and preschool programs. We’ve brought together four local services from the Eastern Suburbs Mums directory, with a few practical questions to help you make the most of a visit. What to look for…

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Nannies

Recommended nanny services and agencies in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs

11/11/2026

2027 GUIDE Finding reliable childcare can be a challenge. Whether you need a nanny, an au pair or extra help at home, it helps to understand the options and know what questions to ask. We’ve brought together a selection of nanny agencies and services for families across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, from occasional babysitting to ongoing care and postnatal support. This guide brings together nanny agencies and nanny services for families across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. The profiles below outline the kind of support each provider offers and where to find out more. We’ll update the guide as local options change. Every…

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by Justin Wastnage
Families enjoying food at picnic tables beneath striped umbrellas beside market stalls at Steyne Park
Christmas 2026, Events, Markets

Christmas Is Coming to Double Bay: A Festive Day of Markets, Music and Fireworks

10/11/2026

It’s that time of year when the calendar starts filling with Christmas catch-ups, the kids begin their wish lists and a little festive excitement finds its way into everyday life. And this November, you won’t need to travel far to get into the Christmas spirit. Double Bay Christmas Festival is coming to Steyne Park on Saturday 28 November 2026, bringing Christmas shopping, food, entertainment and an evening celebration to the Eastern Suburbs. With free entry and festivities running from midday until 9pm, it’s an outing you can shape around your family—whether that means an afternoon browse or staying for the…

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Martine Place Sydney, Christmas market
Christmas 2026, Events, Markets

Martin Place Christmas Markets: A Festive Family Outing in the Heart of Sydney

10/11/2026

It’s that time of year again—when the city starts to sparkle, Christmas plans fill the calendar and the kids begin counting down to the big day. There’s something lovely about heading into Sydney together as the streets take on a festive glow, with Christmas lights, carols and the excitement of choosing gifts for people you love. This November and December, Martin Place Christmas Markets will bring that Christmas feeling to the heart of the city. Think stalls filled with thoughtful gifts, delicious festive treats and family activities beneath the City of Sydney’s giant Christmas tree. Presented by Cambridge Markets, the…

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