Where to Play Disc Golf in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Ever played disc golf? It’s like golf only using a frisbee and it’s available to play for free at 4 courses in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter region
Kids’ Birthday Parties on a Budget: Low-Cost Venues in Newcastle & Lake Mac + Money-Saving Party Ideas
It’s easy to get carried away and spend a lot of money on throwing your child a birthday party. However, you can still have a fun and memorable kids party on a budget. Here are our best tips to help you save money on a kids birthday party.
Rawson Park Playground: Visit This Fun Beachside Playground in Stockton
Beach lovers and playground enthusiasts will enjoy Rawson Park Playground. With amenities, a cafe, the Stockton Bowling Club, and sparkling Stockton Beach all within easy reach, families can easily turn a trip to the playground into a fun-filled beach day!
Visit the Partially-Fenced and Shaded Playground at Cooranbong Reserve
Visit the fenced and shaded playground at Cooranbong Reserve. Besides the large playground, featuring swings, a water play area and a large climbing net there’s also a netball/basketball court, fields, history and a nearby short walk to discover.
9 Playgrounds with Scooter Tracks in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Load the scooters, helmets and protective gear into the car and head out to one of these playgrounds that include a great scooter track in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter.
Annual Shows, Fairs and Festivals to Enjoy in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens & the Hunter Valley
Plan your year ahead with this handy list of all the shows, festivals and fairs happening in our region. There’s fun, family-friendly events on offer all year round.
Hit the Slopes this Winter: The Ultimate Guide to a Family Snow Trip in NSW
Taking the kids to the NSW snowfields is a family bucket list experience like no other. Here’s everything you need to plan a stress-free snow trip with kids, from gear to choosing a resort.
Holiday Fun: Best Things To Do on the Gold Coast With Kids
Visit the Gold Coast, one of Australia’s premier holiday destinations! Although famous for its theme parks, there’s plenty more to discover including long, sandy beaches, rainforests and more. Here’s our guide to visiting the Gold Coast with kids.
Love LEGO? Here’s Fun Family Activities & Events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
If your family loves LEGO, there’s lots of fun activities and event in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter to enjoy including LEGO Club at a local library, Brickfest or LEGO books.
Learn About Local Marine Life at the Port Stephens Marine Creatures: Great and Small Exhibit
Explore the magic of Port Stephens’ marine life this June! Port Stephens Marine Creatures: Great and Small is a free, family-friendly exhibit features 2D and 3D models, a VR experience, interactive quiz, and more. Perfect for kids of all ages.
Fenced Playgrounds in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter Valley & Port Stephens
Here’s our big list of playgrounds in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter which are fenced, perfect if you have a new walker (or runner!) in your family. We’ve included a list of fully-fenced and partially-fenced playgrounds.
Discover Play Equipment Galore at Taylor Park in Barnsley
The colourful playground at Taylor Park in Barnsley has a variety of play equipment for all ages. There’s also a flying fox, and a basketball/netball practice court.
Enjoy a Family Whale Watch Adventure aboard Imagine Cruises
Whale watching season in our region runs from May to October. If you want to experience these majestic creatures up close, one of the best ways is aboard the twin-hull catamaran Imagine, departing from Nelson Bay.
Bake with Kids: 10 Kid-Friendly Baking Recipes
Get baking with your kids! Here are 10 kid-friendly recipes to try at home.