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Events, Free, Fun

Festival of the Winds Returns to Bondi Beach This September

Get ready to look to the skies! One of Sydney’s most colourful family events, Festival of the Winds, is...
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Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth

Looking for a fun keepsake from your next visit to Bondi Beach? A charming new photobooth has arrived on...
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Monday's Local Mum, Kerry McCarthy

Local mum of 2 Kerry McCarthy has been happily calling the Eastern Suburbs home for more than 20 years...
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Free, Fun, Kids, Parks and Beaches

Best Kids Bike Parks in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs (Plus Alexandria, Mascot, Surry Hills & CBD)

Looking for the best places for your kids to ride bikes, scooters or balance bikes in Sydney’s East? Whether...
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Community, Free, Legal

Free JP Services at Libraries in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs (2026 Guide)

Looking for a free Justice of the Peace (JP) near you in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs? Whether you need documents...
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Events, Free, Fun
Festival of the Winds Returns to Bondi Beach This September
bondi beach, Fun, Local
Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth
Monday's Mum Profiles
Monday's Local Mum, Kerry McCarthy
Free, Fun, Kids, Parks and Beaches
Best Kids Bike Parks in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs (Plus Alexandria, Mascot, Surry Hills & CBD)
Community, Free, Legal
Free JP Services at Libraries in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs (2026 Guide)
 

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

 
Child Care, Education, Uncategorized

Harbour Early Learning Vaucluse Invites Eastern Suburbs Families to Its Open Day

09/09/2026

If you’re starting to think about early learning or childcare for 2027, Harbour Early Learning Vaucluse is opening its doors to Eastern Suburbs families this September. On Saturday 19 September, parents and children are invited to visit Harbour Early Learning Vaucluse for a morning where you can explore the centre, meet the team and get a better feel for what everyday life at the centre could look like for your child. Take a Look Inside Harbour Early Learning Vaucluse Choosing an early learning centre is a big decision for families, and sometimes the best way to know whether a centre…

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by jay
Markets

Watsons Bay Spring Market Returns This Sunday with 150+ Stalls and FREE Family Fun

08/09/2026

Looking for a beautiful way to spend a spring Sunday? Watsons Bay Spring Market returns on Sunday 13 September, bringing more than 150 stalls, fantastic food, local makers, live entertainment and loads of FREE activities for the kids to Robertson Park. Now in its ninth year, the Watsons Bay Spring Market has become one of the biggest markets of the spring season — and with its spectacular location between the harbour and the ocean, it’s also one of the prettiest. Even better? The market is right at Watsons Bay ferry wharf, so leave the car at home and make the…

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by jay
Events, Free

Free Lunchtime Concerts Are Coming to Bondi Pavilion – Here’s What’s On

07/09/2026

Need an excuse to escape the usual routine for an hour? Bondi Pavilion’s free Lunchtime Concerts could be just the midweek break you’re looking for. Running monthly on selected Wednesdays through to December, the concerts bring live music to the High Tide Room at Bondi Pavilion, with everything from jazz and soul to folk, Sinatra classics and Christmas carols. Best of all? They’re completely free. The performances run from 1:30pm to 2:30pm, making them easy to combine with lunch, a walk along Bondi Beach or a catch-up with a friend. A Different Kind of Lunch Break We love finding free…

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by jay
Health & Wellbeing, Uncategorized

Women’s Health Week 2026: Mums, This Week Is About You Too

07/09/2026

Between school drop-offs, work, appointments, groceries, after-school activities, family admin and remembering what everyone else needs, it can be surprisingly easy for mums to put their own health somewhere near the bottom of the list. Women’s Health Week runs from 7–11 September 2026, and perhaps its most important message this year is a very simple one: your health deserves some attention too. Run by Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, Women’s Health Week is Australia’s largest event dedicated to the health and wellbeing of women, girls and gender-diverse people. This year’s theme is “Do it anyway” – encouraging women to take…

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by jay
Pets

Dog Days Out Is Coming to Varna Park – Bring Your Four-Legged Best Friend

07/09/2026

Looking for something different to do with the family this weekend? This time, your four-legged family member is invited too! Dog Days Out is coming to Varna Park on Saturday 12 September, bringing together local families, dog lovers and their furry companions for a fun morning of activities, useful advice and community connection. Running from 10am to 1pm, the event is a great excuse to get outside, meet other local dog owners and perhaps learn a thing or two about keeping your pup happy and healthy. Free Health Checks for Your Dog One of the highlights of Dog Days Out…

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by jay
Free, School holidays

Calling All Zara Larsson Fans: A Pop Party Is Coming to Waverley Library These School Holidays

07/09/2026

If you have a 10+ year old who loves pop music, getting creative and hanging out with friends, Waverley Library has a school holiday activity that might earn you some serious parenting points. As part of Waverley Council’s School Holiday Program, the library is hosting a Zara Larsson Party – an hour of music, creativity, face art and pop-star fun inspired by the Swedish pop superstar. And this one feels particularly perfect for tween and teen girls looking for something fun to do with their friends during the holidays. Grab Your Friends and Make a Morning of It Taking place…

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by jay
School holidays

Calling All Junior Detectives: A Forensic Science Workshop Is Coming to Waverley Library

07/09/2026

Got a curious kid who loves mysteries, science experiments and figuring out whodunnit? This could be one of the most intriguing activities on the school holiday calendar. Waverley Library is turning young investigators into forensic detectives these spring school holidays with a hands-on workshop designed especially for children aged 8 to 12 years. Hosted by Mad About Science, the Forensic Detective Workshop invites kids to grab their notebooks, sharpen their observation skills and discover how science can be used to solve a mystery. Can Your Junior Detective Crack the Case? Forget simply hearing about forensic science – in this workshop,…

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by jay
Free, Swimming

Get Shark Smart Before Summer: Free Beach Safety Information Session in Randwick

07/09/2026

With warmer weather on the way, many Eastern Suburbs families will soon be spending a lot more time at the beach. And while we’re lucky to have some of Sydney’s best beaches on our doorstep, knowing a little more about ocean safety and how our coastline is monitored can help everyone head into summer feeling more confident. Randwick City Council and the NSW Government are holding a free community information session on Thursday 10 September, giving local residents and beachgoers an opportunity to learn about shark safety, beach surveillance and some of the technology being used along the NSW coastline….

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by jay
School holidays

Waverley’s Spring School Holiday Program Is Packed With Creative kids Fun

06/09/2026

If you’re starting to wonder how you’re going to keep the kids entertained these spring school holidays, Waverley Council has put together a program filled with creativity, live entertainment, art and plenty of opportunities to get out of the house. The Waverley Spring School Holiday Program runs from Monday 28 September to Friday 9 October 2026, with activities taking place around the local area and special family events at Bondi Pavilion continuing into the surrounding weekends. Whether your child loves getting messy with art materials, prefers being active, or simply wants a good laugh, there are options for different ages…

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by jay
Product & Service Profiles, Swimming, Swimming Pools

Free Swim Trial Days: Boost Your Child’s Water Confidence This Summer

05/09/2026

The City of Sydney’s Learn to Swim program offers free Come and Try Days at four local aquatic centres, giving Eastern Suburbs families a chance to experience swim lessons, meet teachers, and receive personalized swim level assessments for children aged 3 to 19, with added benefits like free pool access, activities, and enrolment incentives.

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by Lana

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