Unplug and Explore: Visit the Hunter Wetlands Centre at Shortland for Outdoor Family Fun
Get back to nature at Hunter Wetlands Centre in Shortland. Enjoy walks, orienteering, dipnetting and more. It’s also a great place for a family bike ride!
2026 Newcastle Show: Where City Meets Country
It’s a weekend of fun when the Coates Newcastle Show returns in 2026. Take your kids to enjoy amusement rides, farm animals, entertainment & fireworks
Australia Day 2026: What’s On In Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
To mark Australia Day 2026, there are family-friendly events happening around Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and the Hunter.
Best Kids Shows to Attend in Newcastle, Central Coast & Sydney in 2026
Here are the best kids & family shows in 2026 including concerts, kids theatre, musicals & live performances in Newcastle, Central Coast & Sydney.
Enjoy a Weekend of Family Fun at the 2026 Maitland Show
The Maitland Showground will again come alive for three days in February 2026 with a range of activities, attractions, entertainment, competitions, and exhibitions along with an array of rides, amusements and free fun activities.
Newcastle Museum: What To Know For a Fun Family Day Out
For a fun free family day out, visit Newcastle Museum in Honeysuckle. There’s loads to keep kids of all ages occupied including the popular BHP Steelmaking show.
Kids Classes in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Looking for a new kids class or mum and bubs activity this year? Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter are home to a wide range of baby, kids, tweens and teen classes, from art and music to sport, drama and more.
Find a Playgroup in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter Playgroup Guide
Are you new in town, a new parent or just looking for some new friends for your child or yourself? Playgroup is an informal session where mums, dads, grandparents, caregivers, children and babies meet up in a relaxed and friendly environment. Here’s a list of Newcastle playgroups sorted by suburb as well as some special interest playgroups.
Edgeworth Trains: Ride On a Miniature Train With Your Kids
If you have young train lovers in your family, Edgeworth Trains is a must-do.It’s a local institution that both kids and adults will love and it’s returning soon!
Enjoy Live Music Outdoors in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Enjoy live music in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Maitland. You can enjoy free events such as Friday Chill, LIVE at The Levee and Music in the Podium.
Western Australia School Term Dates & Public Holidays {2026, 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030}
Trying to plan future school holidays or long weekends away? Here’s a list of Western Australian school terms dates for public schools as well as public holidays in WA.
Victoria School Term Dates & Public Holidays (2026, 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030)
Trying to plan future school holidays or long weekends away? Here’s a list of Victorian school terms dates for public schools as well as public holidays in Victoria.
NSW Public Holidays & School Holidays {2026, 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030}
Trying to plan future school holidays or long weekends away? Here’s a list of NSW school terms dates for public schools as well as NSW public holidays.
Queensland School Term Dates & Public Holidays {2026, 2027, 2028, 2029}
Trying to plan future school holidays or long weekends away? Here’s a list of Queensland school terms dates for public schools as well as QLD public holidays.